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About the position
The Charge Nurse at Highcrest Hospital plays a crucial role in the nursing staff, responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing effective nursing care principles. This position involves providing nursing supervision, ensuring that nursing care is appropriately planned and delivered to patients. The Charge Nurse is tasked with directing and evaluating the care provided by other licensed nurses and personnel, ensuring that all nursing staff adhere to established standards of care. Additionally, the Charge Nurse is responsible for educating patients and their families, assessing their needs, and documenting the care provided. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to lead a team of nursing professionals effectively. In this position, the Charge Nurse will oversee the nursing care provided to patients, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of quality and safety. The Charge Nurse will also be involved in the continuous evaluation of patient care plans, making necessary adjustments based on patient needs and responses to treatment. This role requires excellent communication skills, as the Charge Nurse will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure that all team members are informed about patient status and care plans. The Charge Nurse must also maintain a current state nursing license and adhere to the standards set by the State Board of Nursing, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. The Charge Nurse will work in a dynamic environment, often under moderate to high stress levels, and must be able to manage multiple tasks effectively. Physical demands of the job include walking, standing, kneeling, and lifting, as well as the ability to operate various medical equipment. The Charge Nurse must be prepared to handle exposure risks associated with healthcare settings, including potential contact with blood and body fluids, and must utilize appropriate safety measures at all times.
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, and implement nursing care for patients.
- Provide nursing supervision and direct care given by other licensed nurses and personnel.
- Evaluate and document the care provided by nursing staff to each patient.
- Educate patients and their families about care plans and health management.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Ensure compliance with nursing standards and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current state nursing license with maintenance of renewal standards.
- Experience in long-term acute care and rehabilitation preferred.
- Critical care experience preferred, especially for direct observation bed units.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- BLS and ACLS certification required.
Nice-to-haves
- Specialty Certification recognized.
- PICC Line Insertion Certification recognized.
