Charge Nurse

Charge Nurse (RN) – Emergency Services

Job Type: Full-time | 7p-7a;
Sign-on bonus based on eligibility.

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a 100-bed, acute care, Joint Commission accredited facility. It has been named one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the country five times in the past decade. The center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities st healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401(k) Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Advancement opportunities with responsive, supportive leadership
• Continuing education opportunities
• And much more…

The Charge RN provides nursing leadership for the day shift in the Emergency Room. Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during the assigned shift, determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity, and work/patient flow. Provides direct patient care as needed, floats between staff to assist with problem-solving, and may take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.

Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care 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. Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.

Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.

The Charge RN provides nursing leadership in the Emergency Room, supervising and mentoring staff while ensuring quality patient care. They evaluate patient care effectiveness and manage staffing assignments based on various factors.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s degree required; BSN degree preferred.
• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) required; ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire.
• License:
  Registered Nurse licensed to work in the state of Kentucky.
• Certification in area of specialty preferred.

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Meadowview Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.