Charge RN - Primary Care Center - FT Days

Grady Health System • Atlanta, GA

40d

About The Position

The Charge Nurse reports to the Clinical Staff Manager, and plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff. Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. The Charge Nurse delegates, coordinates and readjusts patient assignments. Consistent with the direction from the Clinical Staff Manager, works to enhance the throughput, quality and customer service in his/her area. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree In Nursing (BSN) or equivalent education and experience.
• If a Registered Nurse (RN) with a BSN, two (2) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role.
• If a Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN), four (4) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role.
• Registered Nurse (RN) License in State of Georgia
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required for the following areas with 90-days or employment or transfer: All Critical Care areas, Emergency Care Center (ECC/ED) GI/Cath Laboratory, Labor & Delivery, All Intermediate Care areas Post Acute Care Unite (PACU)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree In Nursing (BSN).
• RN with a BSN, two (2) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and evaluates overall nursing care
• Coordinates unit activities
• Directs, organizes, and assigns work to nursing staff
• Assesses, monitors, and educates nursing staff on patient care
• Delegates, coordinates, and readjusts patient assignments
• Enhances throughput, quality, and customer service
• Institutes emergency procedures

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals