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About the position
The Charge Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse with responsibility and accountability for unit operational activities. Using the Nursing process and clinical knowledge, this role will coordinate nursing and interprofessional members of the Health Care team to develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while striving for optimal efficiency and productivity of all resources. Adjusts the schedule and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources and care design. Provides supervision of staff, clinical support, and assumes management responsibility for the unit in the absence of the nurse manager/clinical care leader.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate nursing and interprofessional members of the Health Care team.
- Develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction.
- Adjust the schedule and patient assignments based on changes in acuity, patient population, resources, and care design.
- Provide supervision of staff and clinical support.
- Assume management responsibility for the unit in the absence of the nurse manager/clinical care leader.
Requirements
- 4 year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school.
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia.
- 18-24 months of experience in nursing.
- Knowledge of clinical, psychological, and pathophysiological theories related to nursing diagnosis and treatment.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous work experience in the charge nurse position or supervisory position preferred.
- Minimally a Clinical Nurse II in the Professional Nurse Advancement Program.
Benefits
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans.
- Prescription drug coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Life insurance w/AD&D.
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible.
- Paid time off.
- Educational Assistance.
