Charge Nurse plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff. Being a Charge Nurse assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary. Additionally, Charge Nurse requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Charge Nurse supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Charge Nurse typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Charge Nurse RN--Dialysis
Reporting Relationship: Dialysis Nurse Manager
The Dialysis Charge RN provides care and support for patients suffering from End Stage Renal Disease/Chronic renal failure. Under the direction of the Dialysis Manager and Medical Director, the Charge RN is responsible for the clinical management of the Dialysis unit and the supervision of all nursing personnel in order to ensure safe, efficient hemodialysis treatment for all patients.
POSITION SUMMARY
The RN strives for quality outcomes and innovative practice in accordance with the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act and BBGH policies. The RN ensures practice is in accordance with competency required for their area of practice. The position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self (or others who are under her/his direction). This is done, in part, through participation in performance improvement initiatives. The RN provides care in a collaborative manner with other disciplines to ensure optimal, individualized patient care and outcomes.
Patient-centered care coordination is a core professional standard and competency for all registered nursing practices. Based on a partnership guided by the healthcare consumer's and family's needs and preferences, the registered nurse is integral to patient care quality, satisfaction, and the effective and efficient use of health care resources. Registered nurses are qualified and educated for the role of care coordination, especially with high risk and vulnerable populations (ANA Code of Ethics with Interpretive Statements, 11/2010).
The RN has a responsibility to act as an educator to its peers, patients, and their families. All aspects of the RN's performance support service excellence and a healing environment. The RN identifies and communicates needed unit resources or equipment to be included in budgets.
Because of the importance of the licensed position, a 30-day notice is required when an employee terminates employment.
Education: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program
Experience: Six months recent acute experience as a R.N.
License/Certifications:
Required: Current R.N. license from the State of
Must be able to work shifts during the day, weekends, and holidays.
Personal Skills:
Portrays a positive attitude in interactions with patients, their families, co-workers, and management. Promotes good public relations. Displays good listening skills and follow-through with assignments. Seeks out opportunities for learning new skills and procedures. Demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job. Displays a caring approach in providing nursing care to patients and their families. Uses effective methods to work together with peers to accomplish goals.
BBGH Behavioral Assessment Mandatory for Application Process
All offers of employment are subject to a background check and drug screen.
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