RN Lead Charge Birthplace PT Days at Community Health System

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing leadership, Staff supervision, Patient care coordination, Clinical documentation, Infection control, Quality improvement, Critical thinking, Problem-solving, Communication, Mentoring, Resource management, Emergency response, Patient flow management, Safety standards, Interdisciplinary collaboration

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

$12,500 Sign On Bonus! Benefits: * Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) * 401(k) with matching * Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000 * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Job Summary The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development. Essential Functions * Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. * Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care. * Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed. * Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery. * Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles. * Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit. * Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction. * Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly. * Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. * Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management. * Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met. * Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE. * Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary. * Performs other duties as assigned. * Maintains regular and reliable attendance. * Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications * 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams. * Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment. * Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks. * Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools. * Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices. * Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies. Licenses and Certifications * RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required * BLS - Basic Life Support required * ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

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Responsibilities

The RN Charge oversees nursing unit operations, supervises staff, and ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care. They coordinate with healthcare teams, manage patient flow, and maintain compliance with safety and infection control protocols.