Acute Cardiac RN — Charge Nurse & Care Leader

CHRISTUS Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive patient care, develop nursing plans, and supervise licensed practical nurses, nursing assistants, and other team members. The role may involve serving as unit charge nurse and supporting education and orientation for new staff.

Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating care, maintaining patient safety, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Six months to one year of RN experience or GN permit.
• RN license in state of employment or compact.
• BLS required.
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NRP, and other specified certifications.
• New nurses require orientation and competency validation.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of CHRISTUS Health competencies.
• Develops and updates comprehensive nursing care plans.
• Implements care as planned and prioritizes by patient needs.
• Performs and documents nursing procedures safely.
• Evaluates patient responses and progress with the care team.
• Provides patient and family education and acts as preceptor to staff.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Care planning

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary communication

Education/mentorship

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

ACLS

PALS

TNCC

NRP

TCAR

AWHONN FHM

STABLE

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Tyler, TX is seeking a registered nurse to provide comprehensive patient care, develop nursing plans, and supervise licensed practical nurses, nursing assistants, and other team members. The role may involve serving as unit charge nurse and supporting education and orientation for new staff.

Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and evaluating care, maintaining patient safety, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient goals.