What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charge RN position at CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Human Resources Management
* Functions as a mentor and coach.
* Assists with preparation of unit schedules.
* Establishes daily work plans for team of employees.
* Schedules staff for attendance at and completion of mandatory education.
* Maintains current staff certifications per regulatory requirements.
* Guides peer interviewing process in the selection of unit staff.
* Provides input and feedback to the nurse manager in regards to team performance management.
Fiscal Management
* Assists in development and achievement of departmental budgets and goals.
* Assists with payroll activities such as monitoring timekeeping.
* Effectively manages material and supply usage.
Leadership
* Assists in communicating a shared vision, mission and values within the department.
* Facilitates ongoing problem solving that utilizes Department PI to achieve desired quality outcomes.
* Conducts on-the-job training and education on topics such as quality and patient satisfaction.
* Accountable for patient/physician satisfaction, leading process improvement efforts/measures
* Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care according to established standards, policies and procedures.
* Maintains and supports an atmosphere that supports and encourages high performance, teamwork and continual improvement of staff.
* Helps facilitate the flow of information to staff through numerous channels and opportunities.
* Communicates clearly what is expected of others, and addresses issues in an objective manner.
* Maintains ongoing compliance with regulatory standards through patient rounding, EOC (environment of care) rounding, and physician rounding.
Clinical Competence
* Maintains knowledge and competence in areas of management and clinical practice.
* Demonstrates flexibility from management to clinical.
* Participates in educational programs to enhance clinical/management experience.
* Serves as a clinical resource in area of specialty.
Job Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Experience as a Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- Specialty certification (ex: CCRN, CNOR, CEN) preferred
- ACLS and PALS may be required within 5 months of hire
Where You'll Work
At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the body, mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.
Salary : $37 - $54