Registered Charge Nurse

Children's Habilitation Center•Harvey, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (Charge Nurse) will direct delivery of care to Children's Habilitation Center (CHC) residents while utilizing the nursing process in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team in compliance with CHC policies, procedures and applicable Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) regulations.

Requirements

Associate of Nursing degree required
Active IL State Registered Nursing license
Basic Life Support certification (American Heart)
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug testing
Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry at least 50 lbs.
Must be available to work a minimum of three (3) shifts within a one-week posted schedule.
Must work a weekend rotation that will be included as (2) days towards the (3) shift requirement.
I agree to work holiday shifts based on operational needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience working with various socioeconomic populations is a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervises shift nurses and team assistants while monitoring their professional needs
Coordinates daily administrative duties including nursing assignments, breaks/lunches, and resident care
Oversee resident admissions, transfers, and discharges
Record and maintain accurate shift reports
Mentor and train new staff, providing support and guidance to all staff members
Monitor medical charts and provide compassionate care and assistance to residents, visitors, and families
Develop/update individual care plans to meet resident needs and achieve treatment goals
Perform routine rounding to assess resident condition every 2 hours or as needed
Identify issues or emergencies, respond calmly and efficiently, and assess the resident, if the resident's status has changed.
Inform physicians/Nurse Practitioners of any changes in the patient's progress, condition, or medicinal needs