RN Charge Emergency Room PT Days Position Summary

The Clinical Lead is a registered nurse who assists the nurse manager/director in coordination, direction, throughput and evaluation of patient care, unit activities and staff activities and performance on an assigned shift. Incorporates knowledge of the nursing process and professional standards of nursing in daily practice. Applies knowledge of patient requirements, growth and development to effectively make assignments and interventions. Facilitates the provision of consistent care based on changing needs of patients on unit. Manages clinical and non-clinical activities on the unit in absence of the unit manager/director. Coordinates all unit activities for smooth operation in the absence of the unit manager/director.

THE RN CHARGE EMERGENCY ROOM PT DAYS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE.

EDUCATION
Required: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
Preferred: BSN preferred, not required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: Valid current Arizona Nursing License.
Required: Required in area of clinical specialty within 3 years from ANCC or other approved credentialing entity (i.e. critical care: CCRN).

WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: Must have functioned in an RN role for a minimum of 1 year clinical experience required.

Skills
Required: Use of general patient care equipment and communication equipment; use of unit-specific equipment (clinical and general). Ability to adapt to changes in healthcare technology and support others in transition and learning. Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge
Required: Nurse Practice Act.

Technology
Required: Basic computer skills.

Required: Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays, and/or weekends.

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