RN Charge Preceptor, Operating Room, Northside Hospital Gwinnett at Northside Hospital Inc.

Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Nurse, Preceptor, Charge Nurse, Patient Care, Quality Improvement, Emergency Response, Communication, Staff Training, Staff Coordination, Patient Acuity, Safety Techniques, Clinical Associates, Patient Care Technicians, Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Secretaries

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today. Responsibilities PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Regularly performs the duties and responsibilities of the Registered Nurse for patients of all age groups. When serving as Preceptor Nurse, serves as a role model and resource to the nursing staff. Also works with the manager and Nurse Clinician to ensure a well-planned and implemented orientation and training program for new employees. Identifies and recommends training needs of staff, and participates in developing new training programs. When serving as Charge Nurse, coordinates daily activities and distribution of work in specific area assigned. Makes shift assignments taking into account patient acuity, area staffing needs, and staff qualifications. Initiates staffing as needed for next shift. May oversee care provided by Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Secretaries, Clinical Associates, and Patient Care Technicians on assigned shift. Assists in directing unit activities in emergency/disaster situations, such as a fire or code blue. Assists in the ongoing development and administration of hospital and department Quality Improvement program. Serves as a communication liaison between staff, patients, physicians, and families. May participate in weekend and call rotation. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/visitor/patient injury‑accident to supervisor. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties as assigned by supervision. Qualifications REQUIRED: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing Licensed as a RN in the State of Georgia in good standing without limitations. Must hold Certified in American Heart Association’s Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS). Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). PREFERRED: BSN degree Two (2) years recent experience in current clinical specialty (i.e., critical care, surgical services, diabetes education, radiology, etc.) Additional Life Support credential (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications in specific units. Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units. Work Hours: 0630a-7p Weekend Requirements: No

Responsibilities

The RN Charge Preceptor regularly performs nursing duties for patients and serves as a role model and resource for nursing staff. They coordinate daily activities, make shift assignments, and oversee care provided by other nursing staff.