Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse (Nights)

ClearSky Health•Waxahachie, TX

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit. The role includes assessing patients, planning and supervising care, providing interventions, and evaluating outcomes to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help patients adapt to an altered lifestyle. The position integrates company values into daily practice and may include supervisory Charge Nurse responsibilities as assigned. The nurse coordinates and delegates care with the interdisciplinary team, supervises LPNs/LVNs and Nursing Aides/Techs, supports patients and families through education, and responds to urgent and emergency situations. The role maintains timely and accurate clinical documentation, helps address safety and quality concerns, and may be required to work during inclement weather or other staffing emergencies.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
Current BLS certification.
Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection prevention, and wound care standards.
Knowledge of accreditation standards and adherence to standards established by state agencies, TJC, and CMS.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and use of appropriate policies, procedures, and guidelines in patient care.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
Critical thinking skills.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection prevention standards.
Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and work professionally with people at all levels of the organization.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including prolonged standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, pushing, and pulling; lifting or exerting up to 50 pounds; gross and precise motor functions; sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and a computer keyboard; and visual acuity and acute hearing for patient assessment and documentation.
Possible exposure to bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
One year of recent experience.
Experience in an acute care setting.
CRRN certification.
ACLS certification preferred in Texas hospitals; required if in a Charge Nurse role.

Responsibilities

Use the nursing process to provide quality, efficient patient care according to established standards.
Ensure professional and skilled nursing care is provided to patients.
Contribute to the development, maintenance, and updating of individualized patient care plans.
Implement care plans according to professional standards, practices, and patient needs.
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions.
Identify patient and family learning needs; provide education using effective teaching methods and document it.
Complete documentation in a timely manner and maintain clinical records and reports in accordance with hospital policy and established standards.
Coordinate and delegate care and treatments with the interdisciplinary team based on assessed needs.
Provide timely and adequate supervision to LPNs/LVNs and Nursing Aides/Techs.
Perform supervisory Charge Nurse responsibilities as assigned.
Provide timely assistance during urgent and emergency situations, including Code Blue and Rapid Response.
Help identify problems and potential risks and contribute to corrective action plans.
Notify appropriate personnel of actual or potential patient issues and concerns about quality or appropriateness of care.
Help maintain an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff; assess safety risks and implement appropriate precautions.
Comply with approved safety and infection prevention standards.
Maintain regular attendance according to the assigned work schedule and complete required training.
Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational effectiveness.