Charge Nurse​/Surgical

Summary of Performance Expectations:

Provides professional nursing care and makes nursing care decisions appropriate for the age and condition of the patient, using the nursing process. Collaborates with other health‑care professionals to meet the needs of the patient. Responsible for adhering to CVMC departmental policies, procedures, and philosophy to deliver quality patient care, practicing within the guidelines of the North Carolina State Nurse Practice Act and abiding by the CVMC Nurse Bylaws.

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current NC RN license or licensure from a Nursing Compact State.
• BCLS certification. If the BCLS certification is not from the American Heart Association (AHA), an AHA certification is required within three months of employment date.

Preferred:

• BSN (BSN enrollment and completion requirements may apply), specialty coursework and certification in area of practice.

Additional Requirements by Practice Area: Refer to the Registered Nurse Performance Expectations for each department’s additional requirements by Practice Area.

Required: Six months of nursing experience. Given training and on‑the‑job experience, the incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the position within three months of employment date.

Preferred: One year of experience working within that department.