The Charge Nurse provides direct care to patients under the direction of the nursing administration team
and is responsible for the supervision of nursing assistants and other non-licensed unit personnel.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides direct patient care, including interventions and re-evaluation of patient outcomes.
- Participates in the admission/discharge/transfer process.
- Thoroughly documents clinical findings, assessments, and interventions.
- Administers prescribed medication(s) and treatment(s) in accordance with nursing standards and the individual patient’s plan of care.
- Notifies patients/families/responsible parties of changes in patient clinical status.
- Communicates patient status to the Unit Manager and other members of the interdisciplinary team as necessary.
- Review and investigate patient, family, and staff concerns; take action to resolve and prevent reoccurrence.
- Ensures compliance with company policy as well as federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
- Effectively collaborates with medical staff and other departments to coordinate all aspects of patient care.
- Supervises the delivery of care provided by nursing assistants.
- Identify training needs and communicate to Unit Manager or Staff Development Coordinator.
- Participates in training and/or precepting of new staff.
- Attends training, in-service education, and staff meetings.
- Attend patient/family meetings including care plans as necessary.
- Performs other duties as necessary for the successful operation of the healthcare center.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
CHARGE NURSE 2 of 2 REVISED 05/2023
PREREQUISITES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- One year of previous nursing experience preferred.
- Management / leadership experience preferred.
- Active, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in the state of employment.
- Ability to lead diverse team of individuals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong ability to make independent decisions and work without direct supervision.
- Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government personnel, and the public.
- Must have thorough knowledge of current standards of nursing practice.
- Must be knowledgeable of computer systems and applications.
- Excellent customer service focus.