Charge Nurse - Emergency Department - St Francis Medical Center

Bon Secours Health System; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Secours Health System is seeking a Charge Nurse with a BSN and at least 18 months of nursing experience to lead a team in providing quality care. This position is responsible for managing unit operations and ensuring high standards of clinical practice while fostering a team-oriented environment. Competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Life insurance with AD&D

Qualifications

• Must possess knowledge of clinical and psychological theories in nursing.
• Must demonstrate understanding of group dynamics and teaching skills.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing school required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates nursing and interprofessional team to ensure quality care.
• Provides supervision of staff and management in the absence of the nurse manager.
• Adjusts schedules and patient assignments based on acuity and resources.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Clinical Knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Position Summary

The Charge Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse with responsibility and accountability for unit operational activities. Using the Nursing process and clinical knowledge, this role will coordinate nursing and interprofessional members of the Health Care team to develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while striving for optimal efficiency and productivity of all resources. Adjusts the schedule and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources and care design. Provides supervision of staff, clinical support, and assumes management responsibility for the unit in the absence of the nurse manager/clinical care leader.

Employment Qualifications

• Required Minimum Education: 4 year/ Bachelors Degree

• Specialty/Major: Nursing – BSN must be obtained within 2 years of hire into the position

• Licensure/Certification Required: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school and be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia

• Minimum Years and Type of Experience: Must possess the knowledge of clinical, psychological, and pathophysiological theories related to nursing diagnosis and treatment, nursing policies & procedures, standards, systems, and equipment normally acquired through 18-24 months of experience.

• Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Minimally a Clinical Nurse II in the Professional Nurse Advancement Program or upon hire to the role must submit a portfolio at the next eligible submission date. Must have knowledge of/demonstrate management/leadership theories, teaching skills, and understanding of group dynamics.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]