Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse - Neuro Telemetry Unit - Memorial Regional Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Mechanicsville, VA

109d

About The Position

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. 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.

Requirements

• 4 year/Bachelors Degree in Nursing - BSN must be obtained within 2 years of hire into the position.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school and be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia.
• Must possess knowledge of clinical, psychological, and pathophysiological theories related to nursing diagnosis and treatment, nursing policies & procedures, standards, systems, and equipment normally acquired through 18-24 months of experience.
• Minimally a Clinical Nurse II in the Professional Nurse Advancement Program or upon hire to the role must submit a portfolio at the next eligible submission date.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in the charge nurse position or supervisory position preferred.

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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree