RN Charge ICU

Prime Healthcare • Mesquite, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a n ICU Charge Nurse , also referred to as a n Intensive Care Charge Nurse. The ICU Charge RN oversees the efficient functioning of the ICU department balancing administrative duties with patient care. The ICU Charge Nurse coordinate s patient flow, ensuring the right resources are available for patient needs and that priority cases are addressed promptly. Th e Charge Nurse will manage staff, assign duties based on skill and patient load while providing guidance and support ing the nursing team.

Requirements

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Previous supervisory experience, one to two years, in acute care hospital, ICU setting, preferred.
• Minimum of one year staff nurse in an acute care hospital setting; Critical Care setting preferred.

Nice To Haves

• CCRN (AACN) within 2 years of hire, preferred.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable to the Department Director for the quality of nursing staff and the delivery of patient care during his/her shift and assists the Director in the daily operation of the respective unit(s)/department.
• Provides direct communication with the Director and/or House Supervisor of unanticipated patient care events and/or risk management activities within patient care unit(s)
• Utilizes nursing personnel effectively, assisting with required scheduling, staffing and assignments; Provides direction, supervision and evaluation of staff and/or staff education as necessary
• Assists with performance evaluations, progressive discipline of staff and other related HR activities as needed
• Assesses supplies and equipment availability, ensures their proper use and functionality and assists in the daily maintenance of par levels;
• Collaborates with other department managers/supervisors to ensure smooth coordination of services to patients; enhanced patient flow within the facility and efficient admission/discharge/transfer processes
• Assesses patient care delivery and quality of care/documentation on a consistent basis; directs staff members to make immediate changes in the plan of care, as appropriate to ensure patient safety and adherence to regulatory guidelines, hospital policies, procedures, protocols and/or clinical pathways and notifies Department Director, House Supervisor and/or Medical Staff as appropriate utilizing the chain of command.
• Interviews patients/families on admission and during rounds to enhance positive patient experiences, provide comprehensive orientation to the patient care unit and increase patient/family awareness on how to access services and/or the charge nurse, if necessary.
• May perform direct patient care within scope of practice and clinical competency to ensure patient safety and patient/nurse ratios; he/she shall be temporarily relieved of Charge Nurse duties during such times by Director/designee and shall document details of same on patient care assignment record.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.
• Full benefits at Prime Healthcare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level