What are the responsibilities and job description for the ICU/IMC Charge RN - Weekend Nights position at Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association?
The Charge Nurse oversees safe and efficient patient care, supervising nursing activities, delegating tasks, and maintaining clinical records.
They manage patient assessments, interpret vital signs and lab data, and initiate appropriate interventions, acting as a clinical resource.
The role involves developing and revising the Plan of Care with patient and family involvement, documenting care accurately, and communicating with the healthcare team.
Leadership duties include coordinating staff assignments, identifying quality improvement opportunities, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards.
The Charge Nurse manages supplies, assists with admissions and discharges, and provides staff orientation and mentorship.
Qualifications include a nursing degree, current RN licensure, two years of critical care experience, and relevant certifications such as BLS; additional certifications may be required based on the unit.
Physical demands involve lifting, standing, and mobility. The role emphasizes dependability, communication, and clinical expertise to support optimal patient outcomes.
They manage patient assessments, interpret vital signs and lab data, and initiate appropriate interventions, acting as a clinical resource.
The role involves developing and revising the Plan of Care with patient and family involvement, documenting care accurately, and communicating with the healthcare team.
Leadership duties include coordinating staff assignments, identifying quality improvement opportunities, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards.
The Charge Nurse manages supplies, assists with admissions and discharges, and provides staff orientation and mentorship.
Qualifications include a nursing degree, current RN licensure, two years of critical care experience, and relevant certifications such as BLS; additional certifications may be required based on the unit.
Physical demands involve lifting, standing, and mobility. The role emphasizes dependability, communication, and clinical expertise to support optimal patient outcomes.