What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Full Time Day Charge Nurse position at MEP Health?
The RN Clinical Charge Nurse oversees daily unit operations, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care. They practice in a clinical environment guided by evidence-based models, demonstrating accountability, teamwork, delegation, and effective communication.
- Leadership & Oversight: Manages staff schedules, patient flow, and clinical concerns. Acts as a resource for operational knowledge and promotes team growth and development.
- Patient Care: Performs or supervises the nursing process, ensuring individualized, culturally aware, and age-appropriate care. Conducts daily patient rounds to evaluate and improve care quality.
- Team Collaboration: Facilitates interdisciplinary communication, advocates for patient needs, and promotes a respectful, inclusive environment. Coordinates care delivery and documentation.
- Professional Development: Serves as a preceptor, mentors staff, and ensures compliance with licensing and organizational standards. Supports staff education and growth.
- Quality & Research: Promotes evidence-based practices, participates in performance improvement initiatives, and supports research activities to enhance care outcomes.