Charge RN Med Surg

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Contributes to the fulfillment of the CHI Health Mission and Vision by implementing and maintaining programs, adhering to policies, and patient care delivery standards of care in assigned departments. Leads the delivery of patient care services on the shift to assure patient-centered care needs are met and quality, cost-effective care is delivered.  Serves as a behavioral role model and promotes an awareness and understanding of positive ethical and moral principles.  Acts as a nursing clinical subject matter expert.

HR 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.

Job Requirements
We are looking for a responsible and compassionate Registered Nurse with top-notch clinical skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. It is also important to display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to effectively educate patients and their families on the in-home healthcare process.

Additional requirements for this role include:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Experience as a Registered Nurse preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Specialty certification (ex: CCRN, CNOR, CEN) preferred 
• Additional certification or licensure may be required for some specialty areas

Join us at CHI Health St. Elizabeth and become a part of our faith-based health system.

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