Charge Nurse (RN) - General MedSurg

About This Role

Supervise and mentor nursing staff while providing direct patient care in a General MedSurg unit, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift
• Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, abilities, census, patient acuity, and work/patient flow
• Provides direct patient care as needed
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving
• May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies issues affecting 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 have 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

Requirements

• Current state RN
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire
• Critical thinking skills
• Decisive judgment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a stressful environment

Benefits

Certifications