RN Charge Nurse - Evening/Night Shift

$83,200 - $97,760/Yr

Legacy Health And Rehab Of Pleasant Grove - Greensboro, GA

Part-time - Entry Level

Greensboro, GA

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About the position

The RN Charge Nurse position at Legacy Health & Rehab is a part-time role focused on providing high-quality nursing care during evening and night shifts. The nurse will be responsible for patient assessments, medication administration, and oversight of unlicensed nursing personnel, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and effective communication with the healthcare team. This role is integral to maintaining the organization's mission-driven approach to care in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and documentation of patient condition.
• Operation of oxygen equipment including turning off and on, changing cylinder heads, cleaning/replacing humidifier and other as necessary.
• Operations of suction machine (oral) including cleaning, selection of appropriate suction catheter and storage.
• Operations and use of manual respirator.
• Location and use of emergency equipment supplies (box and/or crash cart etc.).
• Operation of whirlpool.
• Operation of scales.
• Operation of glucose monitoring devices, calibration and cleaning etc.
• Use of electronic thermometers (oral/rectal and ear).
• Delivery of medications (setting up, rotating, charting, ordering, giving to patients, etc.).
• Ordering and use of stock drugs.
• Administration and documentation of insulin.
• Use and delivery of PRN medications.
• Use and delivery of topical treatment application (eye, ear, nose, etc.).
• Use, delivery and documentation of narcotic medication.
• Receiving drugs from pharmacy in accordance with established procedures.
• Application of sterile dressings.
• Operation and proper use of pressure reduction surfaces.
• Use of oral airway.
• Knowledge of isolation procedures (where to implement etc.).
• Knowledge of location and proper use of personal protective equipment (gloves, masks, gowns and aprons etc.).
• Delivery of enemas (S&S and fleets).
• Insertion, irrigation and routine care of male/female catheters.
• Delivery of tube feedings (insertion, flushing, proper amounts etc.).
• Knowledge of procedures and ability to determine Advance Directive status for patients.
• Collection of lab specimens and interpreting results.
• IV implementation and administration.
• Seizure precautions and administration of IV medication during a seizure.
• Admits, discharges and transfers patients as requested.
• Documentation and billing of supplies used.
• Sends patients to the hospital as necessary.
• Knowledge of procedures to follow if unable to reach physician.
• Provides oversight and direction unlicensed nursing personnel.
• Makes compliance rounds and reporting any pertinent issues.
• Maintains effective lines of communication with attending physicians.
• Assists the Director of Nursing Services to coordinate the care planning/MDS process and committee meetings as necessary.
• Participates in patient screening and selection process as requested.
• Assists the Director of Nursing Services in follow-up on consultant recommendations, i.e., pharmacy, dietary, etc.
• Provides demonstration/education as necessary for unlicensed nursing personnel to perform job.
• Completes documentation procedures on patients (appropriate use of forms, timelines, and Medicare documentation etc.).
• Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication.
• Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.
• Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.

Requirements

• Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or is a graduate of an approved RN program.
• An active RN License to practice in the State of Georgia.
• Proficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills required.
• Effective and professional verbal, and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Microsoft PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends
• Management add-on pay