RN-Charge

RN-Charge

This role is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff on a specific shift or unit, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care and that the nursing team is functioning efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hospital standards • Supervise and evaluate the performance of nursing staff, providing feedback and coaching as needed • Collaborate with other departments, such as medicine and therapy, to ensure comprehensive patient care • Manage and coordinate the flow of patients through the unit, ensuring timely and efficient care • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of new policies and procedures

Leadership Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members • Ability to make sound decisions and take charge in high-pressure situations • Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to address issues and concerns • Ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and effectively • Strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire team members to achieve high-quality patient care

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in nursing required; Masters degree in nursing or related field preferred • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a registered nurse, with at least 1 year of experience in a leadership or supervisory role • Current RN licensure in the state of practice • BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred