ICU Charge Nurse

Baptist Health • Montgomery, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN - Charge Nurse facilitates, coordinates, and evaluates unit activities during the assigned shift to support the provision of quality patient care. The role is responsible to the Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager and serves as a mentor to staff. The Charge Nurse acts as a role model by providing direction in the application of the nursing process, quality improvement standards, and organizational and department goals and objectives in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Additional duties within the scope of the role may be assigned. The position is based at Baptist Medical Center East and is regular, full-time work on a 7-on/7-off third shift schedule.

Requirements

• Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• At least 1 year of staff nurse experience required.
• Active RN licensure required.
• BLS certification required.
• Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, or TNCC may be required depending on the assigned area.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment.
• Ability to manage time and schedules effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate, coordinate, and evaluate unit activities during the assigned shift to support quality patient care.
• Mentor staff and provide direction in applying the nursing process and quality improvement standards.
• Model organizational and department goals and objectives in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Supervise and train employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Observe, assess, and record work, safety, and infection control standards.
• Perform additional duties within the scope of the role as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree