Registered Nurse

The Charge Nurse provides direct care to patients under the direction of the nursing administration team and is responsible for the supervision of nursing assistants and other non-licensed unit personnel.

• Provides direct patient care, including interventions and re-evaluation of patient outcomes.
• Participates in the admission/discharge/transfer process.
• Thoroughly documents clinical findings, assessments, and interventions.
• Administers prescribed medication(s) and treatment(s) in accordance with nursing standards and the individual patient’s plan of care.
• Notifies patients/families/responsible parties of changes in patient clinical status.
• Communicates patient status to the Unit Manager and other members of the interdisciplinary team as necessary.
• Reviews and investigates patient, family, and staff concerns; takes action to resolve and prevent reoccurrence.
• Ensures compliance with company policy as well as federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
• Effectively collaborates with medical staff and other departments to coordinate all aspects of patient care.
• Supervises the delivery of care provided by nursing assistants.
• Identifies training needs and communicates to Unit Manager or Staff Development Coordinator.
• Participates in training and/or precepts of new staff.
• Attends training, in-service education, and staff meetings.
• Attends patient/family meetings including care plans as necessary.
• Performs other duties as necessary for the successful operation of the healthcare center.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

CHARGE NURSE 2 of 2 REVISED 05/2023

• One year of previous nursing experience preferred.
• Management / leadership experience preferred.
• Active, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in the state of employment.
• Ability to lead diverse team of individuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to make independent decisions and work without direct supervision.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government personnel, and the public.
• Must have thorough knowledge of current standards of nursing practice.
• Must be knowledgeable of computer systems and applications.
• Excellent customer service focus.