Head Nurse plans and implements the overall nursing policies, procedures, and services for a unit. Maintains nursing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training clinical staff. Being a Head Nurse ensures that nurses are current in competencies, assessments, licensure, certifications, and other annual training. May provide direct patient care and is responsible for assessing, planning, and evaluating patients. Additionally, Head Nurse requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Examples of job duties include supervising children, entering observations and other data online, working as a team, completing home visits with families. Monthly staff trainings occur also. Experience working with computers/Microsoft/internet required.
All positions must be able to pass a health exam, TB, criminal record check, and drug test.
For questions call Tiffany at 1-219-253-6658.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $11.99 - $14.34 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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