RN Charge Cardiac Step Down FT Nights
About The Position
At DeTar Healthcare System, nurses are essential to our mission of delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Whether you're an RN or LVN, you'll be part of a supportive, team-focused environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged. With two full-service hospitals and a century-long legacy in Victoria, Texas, DeTar offers the stability of a trusted community hospital with opportunities to advance your career. The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.
Requirements
- 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
- BLS - Basic Life Support required
Nice To Haves
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
- Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
- Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
- Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
- Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
- Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
- Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
- Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
- Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
- Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
- Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off plans for vacations, holidays and illness
- Health insurance, including coverage for medical, dental, vision and prescription drugs
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Education & student loan assistance up to $20,000
- 100% licensure/certification reimbursement
- Discounted membership to DeTar Wellness Center
- Flexible scheduling
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
