SUMMARY:The Charge Nurse reports to the Clinical Staff Manager, and plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff. Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. The Charge Nurse delegates, coordinates and readjusts patient assignments. Consistent with the direction from the Clinical Staff Manager, works to enhance the throughput, quality and customer service in his/her area. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelor's Degree In Nursing (BSN) or equivalent education and experience.
- Bachelor's Degree In Nursing (BSN) Preferred
- Registered Nurse (RN) License in State of Georgia
- If a Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN), four (4) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role.
- RN with a BSN, two (2) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role preferred.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Card.
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required for the following areas with 90-days or employment or transfer:
All CriticalCare areas:
Emergency Care Center (ECC/ED) GI/CathLaboratory
Labor & Delivery
All Intermediate Care areas Post Acute CareUnite (PACU)
