Charge RN

Job Overview

Charge RN – Emergency Department (Georgetown, KY)

• First Shift – full time 36 hrs (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
• Third Shift – full time 36 hrs (7 p.m. – 7 a.m.)
• First Shift – part time 24 hrs (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
• Third Shift – part time 24 hrs (7 p.m. – 7 a.m.)

Manages shift operations for the department/unit, adjusting staff assignments as acuity, census, staffing and priorities change. Assists in identifying staff to supplement the schedule, including call‑in coverage. Communicates all staffing schedule changes to the Clinical House Supervisor and/or Staffing Office.

Coordinates meal and break time for all assigned staff. Delegates responsibilities within scope of practice and provides guidance to co‑workers in assessment, clinical skills, and problem solving, networking with preceptors of new staff to facilitate orientation. Collaborates with all disciplines and departments to resolve issues affecting patient flow and throughput.

Rounds with a purpose utilizing key questions to obtain feedback from patients and families. Resolves any issues at point of care. Exemplifies excellent interpersonal communication, both verbal and written. Promotes open communication that facilitates staff input into decision making, conflict resolution, and teamwork among staff.

Communicates current unit issues to Director, CHS, or designee. Maintains confidentiality and privacy in both staff and patient interactions. Collaborates with unit educator regarding unit needs. Reports to work on time and flexes schedule frequently.

Exhibits courtesy and discretion in interactions with families, patients, physicians and others. Accepts feedback constructively and responds effectively and promptly to requests. Facilitates bed placement and patient flow on unit in collaboration with the Clinical House Supervisor and ACC.

• One (1) year of RN experience.
• Current RN licensure (or work permit) in Kentucky.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or an associate degree from an accredited college/university.
• Applicants with an associate degree and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and complete the degree within 5 years.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; must obtain BLS within 30 days of hire if not already certified.
• Unit‑specific certifications such as BLS/ACLS/PALS or other designated training may be required.

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company‑paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sell‑Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund
• Retirement with Company Match
• Identity Theft Protection
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds, including minorities, females, disabled, veterans, and other underrepresented groups, to apply. Baptist Health employs individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status, or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law.

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