RN - Charge PACA (Per Diem, Varied)

Enloe Health•Chico, CA

About The Position

The Charge Nurse is a licensed professional who provides unit-specific management leadership, including first-point-of-contact supervision, direct patient care, patient and staff education, and emotional support and education for families and the community. The role follows Enloe Medical Center’s mission, philosophy, standards, policies, and practices. The Charge Nurse collaborates with physicians, interprets medical plans for staff, directs and supervises assigned staff, and assists the next level of management in directing patient care and supporting families. The position also contributes to the service excellence mission of Enloe Medical Center and the Surgery Services Department. This is a per diem position with varied shifts, 8-hour shift lengths, variable days off, and 12 hours per pay period. Compensation ranges from $63.06 to $85.14, with the rate based on applicable experience.

Requirements

At least one year of RN experience in a Perianesthesia Care Unit or one year of RN-Charge experience.
Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Current CPR certification.
Current ACLS certificate.
PALS certification within six months of hire.
Basic Arrhythmia Class within one year of employment; the department tracks completion.
Demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills, and sensitivity to patients and families in crisis.
Interact professionally and communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and the public.
Organize and prioritize work efficiently; remain calm, efficient, and focused in a demanding environment.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a related field.
One year of current RN experience in a Perianesthesia Care Unit.
Two or more years of Critical Care experience.
Perianesthesia relief charge nurse experience.
Certified Peri-Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) and/or Certified Ambulatory Peri-Anesthesia (CAPA).

Responsibilities

Provide first-point-of-contact supervision and unit-specific management leadership.
Deliver direct patient care.
Provide education to patients and staff, and emotional support and education to families and the community.
Collaborate with physicians and interpret medical plans for staff members.
Direct performance and supervise assigned staff members.
Assist the next level of management in directing patient care and supporting families.
Contribute to the service excellence mission of Enloe Medical Center and the Surgery Services Department.
Participate in continuing education programs, unit-based quality improvement task forces, and preceptor programs.
Precept students and serve as a department resource and positive role model.