RN Charge Nurse Full Time Nights

Vibra Travels • Buffalo Gap, TX

2d

About The Position

The RN Charge Nurse, identified in the description as the Clinical Supervisor, is responsible for clinical supervision and hospital operations during the assigned shift. The role assesses, plans, coordinates, and evaluates the clinical and operational functions of the unit to help ensure quality, cost-effective health care is provided by educated and competent staff. The Charge Nurse serves as a patient advocate and an administrative resource during the shift, ensuring care meets hospital and professional standards.

The position coordinates nursing care and unit activities, supports and guides nursing and ancillary staff, and participates in patient and family education and interdisciplinary reviews. It includes direct patient care as well as delegation and supervision of nursing care in accordance with the applicable Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements

• Current, valid, and active Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
• Current BLS certification from an approved vendor.
• Current ACLS certification from an approved vendor within six months of hire.
• One year of medical/surgical hospital experience.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of acute care nursing experience.
• Critical care experience.
• Previous Charge Nurse or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing care through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for individual patients.
• Provide direct care and delegate and supervise nursing care in accordance with the applicable Nurse Practice Act.
• Coordinate nursing unit activities related to patient care.
• Participate in patient and family education as needed.
• Provide leadership and clinical guidance by working with and supporting nursing staff and ancillary personnel.
• Participate in interdisciplinary patient reviews and incorporate relevant information into the plan of care and education plan.
• Assess, plan, coordinate, and evaluate clinical and operational functions of the unit during the assigned shift.
• Serve as a patient advocate and administrative resource during the shift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed