RN Charge - SJCH Peds OR
About The Position
Under general supervision, the RN Charge Nurse manages daily operational oversight to ensure effective delivery of patient care. The position interacts with members of the healthcare team to achieve desired results, consistently models excellence in patient care, and contributes to unit leadership. The role is in the SJCH Peds OR. The schedule is 36 hours per week, 6 p.m.–6:30 a.m. on weekday nights, with holidays required and no call. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered in exchange for a one-year commitment. A bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school and at least two years of registered nurse experience in an OR or designated area of practice are required. The employee must attend the Charge Nurse Workshop and successfully complete the MUHA Charge Nurse Competency-Based Orientation within six months of hire, and complete RNIII requirements within the first 18 months of hire. South Carolina or compact-state RN licensure and current BLS certification are required. Some positions require ACLS certification.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
- At least two years of work experience as a registered nurse in an OR or designated area of practice.
- Attend the Charge Nurse Workshop and successfully complete the MUHA Charge Nurse Competency-Based Orientation within six months of hire.
- Successfully complete RNIII requirements within the first 18 months of hire.
- Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
- Current BLS certification: AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
- Ability to work weekday nights and required holidays; no call.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
- Ability to meet the stated physical and sensory requirements, including standing, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, and working effectively in stressful situations.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS certification is required for some positions.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily operational oversight to ensure effective delivery of patient care.
- Interact with healthcare team members to achieve desired results.
- Model excellence in patient care.
- Contribute to unit leadership.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for a one-year commitment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
