Charge Nurse

Memorial Physician Practices; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

National Park Medical Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN) to lead nursing and support staff on a variable shift, coordinate patient care needs, and ensure safe, high-quality outcomes. The role requires a current RN license and a Bachelor’s degree in nursing; BLS within 30 days, ACLS and PALS within six months.

One year of experience preferred; ASLS preferred. A $15,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment is offered, along with comprehensive benefits and growth

Qualifications

• Current state RN license
• Bachelor's degree in nursing required
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire
• ACLS and PALS within six months of hire
• ASLS certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing levels and assignments based on census, acuity and workflow.
• Performs patient assessments and initiates nursing interventions.
• Provides direct patient care as needed and may take patient assignments.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem solving.
• Documents medical necessity and updates the Interdisciplinary Care Plan as needed.
• Coordinates admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Skills

Staff supervision

Staff scheduling

Clinical assessment

Nursing interventions

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

RN licensure

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse

Job Type: Fulltime, Days

15,000 Sign-On Bonus with a 2 year commitment!

Your experience matters

National Park Medical Center ispartof Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As aRegistered Nurse (RN)joining our team,you'reembracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills,compassionand dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our team where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs). As a Charge Nurse, you will play an important role in guiding nursing and support staff, coordinating patient care needs, assisting with staffing and workflow, and helping foster a positive environment that encourages professional growth and strong patient outcomes.

How you'll contribute

ACharge Nursewho excels in this role:

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing levels and assignments based on availability, abilities, census, acuity, and workflow.
• Accurately performs patient assessments andidentifiespatient needs
• Identifiesandinitiatesappropriate nursinginterventions
• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing levels and assignments based on availability, abilities, census, acuity, and workflow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed and may take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies issues affecting outcomes.
• Responds to patient care complaints and manages them through established channels.
• Performs role-specific duties including entering orders, performing admissions/discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff have necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality care.
• Provides quality patient care; works flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Performstimelyandappropriate documentationrelating to medical necessity in the medical record
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient
• PerformstimelyandaccurateQI assessments
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Whatwe'relooking for

Applicants should have a current state RN license andpossessa bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school.Additionalrequirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification isrequiredwithin30 daysof hire.
• ACLS and PALS arerequiredwithin six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• ASLS certification preferred

Whyjoin us

We believethat investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• FinancialProtection& PTO:Life, accident, criticalillness,hospital indemnityinsurance, short-andlong-term disability, paid familyleaveandpaid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Highereducation andcertificationtuitionassistance, loanassistanceand 401(k) retirement packageandcompany match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental healthservicesand discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learningandcareer advancement opportunities.

About our Health System

National Park Medical Center is a 163 bed hospital located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

National Park Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. National Park Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.