Charge RN Medical Surgical
About The Position
As a Medical Surgical Charge RN on 4 West at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, you will oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. You will advocate for and support fellow nurses in reaching their full potential while advancing the department’s operational goals and objectives. The role requires accountability, confidence, strong communication in one-on-one and group settings, and comfort with difficult conversations related to staff and unit performance. You will also provide direct patient care as appropriate to meet patient and department needs.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing.
- Two years of RN experience within the applicable clinical specialty.
- Arizona Registered Nurse license.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR).
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Previous experience with personal computers.
- Recent acute care experience.
- Previous experience in acute care, long-term care, or nursing homes.
Responsibilities
- Mentor others in competency, documentation, equipment use, plans of care, National Patient Safety Goals, and participation in in-service education.
- Provide direct patient care as appropriate to meet the needs of patients and the department.
- Understand the process for addressing ethical dilemmas and coordinate the process for obtaining an Ethics Consult.
- Coordinate patient flow on the unit to facilitate timely and effective care.
- Use the Clinical Response Team appropriately for the area.
- Demonstrate appropriate prioritization and critical-thinking skills in critical situations.
- Oversee frontline nurses and support their development in alignment with department operational goals and objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
