Primary Charge RN Neuro Med/Surg Acute

OSF HealthCare • Peoria, IL

7h

About The Position

The Primary Charge Nurse-Inpatient/ED assists in overseeing and directing nursing personnel who provide patient and nursing care services on assigned shifts, in accordance with departmental policies and nursing care standards. The role is accountable for ensuring safe, high-quality patient care, enhancing the patient and family experience, and providing effective leadership that contributes to organizational objectives. The nurse determines work priorities, prepares daily work assignments, and serves as a resource for unit personnel resolving operational and patient care problems. The RN works in hospital units that provide 24/7 care.

The position requires an Associate degree in Nursing; a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing must be obtained within three years of hire into the role. Required credentials include RN licensure and BLS, ACLS, PALS, or other certification as required by the unit. Candidates should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

The pay range is $37.05–$54.54 per hour, based on years of licensure. Sign-on bonuses are available for eligible new graduates and external candidates: $15,000 with a one-year work commitment or $30,000 with a two-year commitment. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates. Weekend differential is $3.25 per hour. Weekend shifts are self-scheduled per six-week plotter, with requirements varying by RN experience: 0–4 years, four shifts; 4–10 years, three shifts; 10–15 years, two shifts; and 15 or more years, no weekend shifts. Benefits include BCBS medical, dental and vision coverage, and a 401(k) with a 5% match.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing.
• Obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing within three years of hire into the role.
• Current RN (Registered Nurse) license.
• BLS and ACLS, PALS, or other certification as required by the unit.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Two years of experience on the unit or a similar unit.
• Certification in the area of specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing and directing nursing personnel providing patient and nursing care services on assigned shifts.
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and enhance the patient and family experience.
• Provide effective leadership contributing to organizational objectives.
• Determine work priorities and prepare daily work assignments.
• Serve as a resource for unit personnel in resolving operational and patient care problems.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $15,000 with a one-year work commitment or $30,000 with a two-year work commitment for eligible new graduates and external candidates.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• Weekend differential of $3.25 per hour.
• BCBS medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with a 5% match.

What This Job Offers

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