Overview

The Emergency Department Charge Nurse/Unit Coordinator is a leader, mentor and a staff/customer advocate. This individual possesses the skills to identify, introduce and assimilate change successfully into the practice environment through and with staff. The Charge Nurse provides effective professional direction to facilitate staff satisfaction and optimal nursing outcomes.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

• Current RN license in the State of Illinois required. BSN preferred.
• Healthcare Provider or Instructor BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• PALS (provider or instructor) or ENPC, and TNCC, ATLS or TNS certifications preferred within 6 months, and required within 1 year of hire date.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in emergency department required.
• Leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.