Primary Charge RN General Pediatrics Surgery

OSF HealthCare•Peoria, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Primary Charge Nurse assists in overseeing and directing the business of the unit within the shift to meet the needs of the patients and care team. Responsible for patient flow and throughput, ensuring processes and resources are optimized to meet patient needs. Serves as a role model for customer service, patient care standards, and professional relationships. Determines work priorities, prepares daily work assignments, and serves as a resource person for unit personnel in resolving operational and patient care problems. Works at the highest level of licensure by providing quality competent care, following best practice standards, working to achieve care goals and quality outcomes, and following standards of care set by the state boards of nursing.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing OR Bachelor's degree in nursing must be obtained within 3 years of date of hire into role.
Current Registered Nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing in appropriate state (Illinois or Michigan).
BLS and ACLS, PALS, or other certification as required by unit.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

Nice To Haves

2 years of experience on the unit or similar unit.
Certification in area of specialty.

Responsibilities

Assists in overseeing and directing the business of the unit within the shift to meet the needs of the patients and care team.
Responsible for patient flow and throughput, ensuring processes and resources are optimized to meet patient needs.
Serves as a role model for customer service, patient care standards, and professional relationships.
Determines work priorities, prepares daily work assignments, and serves as a resource person for unit personnel in resolving operational and patient care problems.
Provides quality competent care, following best practice standards, working to achieve care goals and quality outcomes, and following standards of care set by the state boards of nursing.