Charge Nurse 12 Hour - MedSurg- Full Time Nights at Watsonville Community Hospital
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Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 26

Salary

106.0

Posted On

18 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Nursing, Leadership, Med/Surg, Telemetry, Patient Care, Clinical Supervision, Communication, Teamwork, BCLS, ACLS, Acute Care, Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Computer Competency

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
  Charge Nurse 12 Hour - Med/Surg- Full Time - 0.9 (72 hours per pay period) Night Shift Position Summary: Under the leadership of the Unit Director and/or Nursing Supervisor, this first level leadership role is responsible for ensuring quality nursing care by providing supervision (direct and indirect) of personnel and activities in the patient care unit.  The Charge Nurse demonstrates and facilitates professional accountability and communication.  Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff related issues.  Demonstrates knowledge of medical conditions/diagnosis and possesses the skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and developmental status of the patients on his/her unit.  The Charge Nurse serves as an excellent clinical resource to all staff.  The Charge Nurse’s job duties include all aspects of patient care and of the nursing process according to the mission, philosophy, policies and procedures of Watsonville Community Hospital.  Important dimensions of this position consist of quality of care, professional commitment, teamwork, interpersonal skills, safety, good public/customer relations and a broad nursing knowledge.   Education: * As determined by California Board of Registered Nurses. Experience: * Meets all the requirements of a Staff Nurse II.   * Completion of applicable hospital and Telemetry departmental competencies within three months of hire/transfer.   * Past leadership experience preferred and/or proven leadership qualities demonstrated.   * Minimum of 1 year acute care experience in applicable specialty.   Licenses and/or Certifications: * State of California RN license.      * American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BCLS and ACLS required. Other: * Basic Keyboarding Skills and willingness to develop computer competency within six months.   * Fluent in English.   * Spanish language skills desirable.   * Able to communicate clearly. Nights 0.9
Responsibilities
The Charge Nurse is responsible for supervising personnel and activities within the patient care unit to ensure high-quality nursing care. They serve as a clinical resource, facilitating professional communication and maintaining adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
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