Charge Nurse - Perioperative

1103 Team Member Services; Texas; On-site; USD 47,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health Huguley is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care across PACU, inpatient units, Radiology, and anesthesia. You will develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient assessments, monitor progress, and collaborate with physicians and the nursing team to ensure high-quality care.

The role requires leadership experience, strong clinical nursing knowledge, and the ability to educate patients and families.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license and current nursing knowledge across units.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead a team.
• Proficient in patient care planning and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care across PACU, inpatient units, Radiology, and anesthesia.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessments and orders.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesiologists, and other providers for coordinated care.
• Supervise nursing staff and ensure adherence to care standards.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and health management.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Clinical nursing

Education

Associate's Nursing

Bachelor's Nursing

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 11801 SOUTH FWY City: BURLESON State: Texas Postal Code: 76028

Job Description

• Coordinate patient care across various departments, including PACU, inpatient units, Radiology, and anesthesia.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient assessments and medical orders.
• Monitor patient progress, continuously assess and document patient progress, and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members, including physicians, anesthesiologists, and other providers, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
• Prioritize patient needs based on acuity and urgency, ensuring timely and efficient care.
• Serve as a resource for staff regarding procedures, equipment, and patient care, providing guidance and support.
• Facilitate effective communication among healthcare team members to promote continuity of care.
• Supervise and direct the activities of nursing assistants and support staff, ensuring adherence to care standards and evaluating performance.
• Educate patients and families about care plans, treatments, and health management to promote self-care and disease management.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, providing immediate care and stabilizing patients.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, ensuring high standards of patient care and efficient operation of the unit.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes.

[Required] Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs.

[Required] Supervision experience and skills required.

[Required] Maintains current license and knowledge of nursing care requirements for all patients on the unit.

Assesses need for personal growth and development and takes the initiative in seeking opportunities to meet this need.

[Required] Accurately identifies real/potential problems affecting the service and implements solutions with follow-through and communication.

[Required] Supports staff involvement in project teams/committees as evidenced by discussion in minutes.

[Required] Projects are completed with consideration for quality, practice, and educational components.

[Required] Participates in or chairs projects or committees as volunteered or assigned.

[Required] Consults with patients/families through primary nurse request, direct family request, and/or direct assessment of patient/family response to hospitalization.

Assesses patient/significant other survey responses regarding nursing care and services.

[Required] Collaborates with the department of education and training to plan for orientation of new personnel and unit-specific education/in-service as documented.

[Required] Monitors the mandatory educational activities of personnel on the unit to ensure individual and unit compliance.

[Required] Meets with the director on an ongoing basis to discuss plans, progress, problems, and needs of unit.

[Required] In collaboration with the director, is responsible for effective and efficient fiscal management of department operations to ensure proper utilization of organizational and financial resources.

[Required] Manages hours worked, including overtime for all unit personnel.

Monitors and controls supply use.

[Required] In collaboration with the leader, is responsible for department’s operational excellence; assures department delivers quality services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards.

[Required] Collaborates with the nurse leader to establish department policies and procedures that reflect the organization’s standards.

[Required] Manages human resources to ensure quality services and promote positive employee relations.

Maintains effective and appropriate staffing by monitoring employee turnover, overtime, and absenteeism.

[Required] Employee performance appraisals are completed thoroughly and submitted on time, as assigned.

[Required] Follows human resources policies to implement progressive discipline, when necessary.

[Required] Collaborates with human resources on the recruitment and selection of qualified employment candidates.

[Required] Communication with staff is effective, resolving conflicts that may hamper relations and productivity, as observed by nurse leader.

[Required] Attends and/or leads codes according to policy.

Oversees scheduling as directed by leader.

[Required] Is recognized as a positive role model in living the AH mission.

[Required] Cerner [Preferred]

Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Additional languages preferred.

[Required] Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts, and techniques which are central to the nursing profession.

Skill in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care as acquired through clinical nursing experience.

[Required] Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.

[Required] Broad nursing knowledge; management ability; ability to accept responsibility, exercise authority, and function independently.

Ability to lead a team in providing excellence in patient care.

[Required] Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality.

[Required] Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and health care team members.

Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information.

[Required] Critical thinking/problem-solving skills. Teamwork, tact, and conflict resolution. Organization, multitasking, and prioritization skills.

[Required] Ability to provide leadership, direction, and solve complex problems.

Accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.

[Required] Ability to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, and a professional bedside manner. Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance.

[Required] Maintain ongoing contacts within own department; including staff, patients, families, visitors, and physicians.

Maintain frequent contact with other departments.

Occasionally address some confrontational issues requiring the tact to create good impressions and maintain good will concerning department employees, patients, families, and physicians.

Maintain dignity and respect while representing the department with a positive attitude including reflection of body language, at all times.

[Required] Maintain ongoing contacts within own department; including staff, patients, families, visitors, and physicians.

Maintain frequent contact with other departments.

Occasionally address some confrontational issues requiring the tact to create good impressions and maintain good will concerning department employees, patients, families, and physicians.

Maintain dignity and respect while representing the department with a positive attitude including reflection of body language, at all times.

Education

Associate's of Nursing [Required]

Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience

1+ acute care hospital experience 1+ year of leadership experience

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range

$33.99 - $63.22

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.