Charge Nurse
Listed on 2026-07-03
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Charge Nurse, RN Nurse, Staff Nurse
Nursing Leadership Position
Provides nursing leadership for a specific shift and unit/area.
Supervises and mentors staff during assigned shift. Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, and patient acuity.
Provides direct patient care as needed. Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving. May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care, including formal evaluation, and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes. Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers. Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program.
State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
1 year of nursing experience.
Advanced CPI within 30 days upon hire and then yearly recertification to meet the BHA rules and regulations 11.9.3D.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program within three years of assuming the Charge RN position.
BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
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