Charge Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Holds

The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Career Development

HSA/FSAs

Employee Assistance

Job summary

The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus is seeking a Charge Registered Nurse for night shift in El Paso, TX. This role coordinates and supervises nursing staff to ensure smooth unit operation and quality patient care.

You will lead patient rounds, participate in family teaching, and act as liaison among physicians, nurses, and staff while maintaining professional nursing standards. Qualifications include RN licensure in Texas or a compact state, BLS, ACLS by orientation end, and a minimum of 1

Qualifications

• RN license in TX or a compact state.
• Current BLS certification; obtain ACLS by end of orientation.
• ACLS must be obtained by the end of the department orientation.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate plan of care and interventions each shift.
• Supervise RNs/LVNs and document care.
• Lead patient rounds and family teaching.
• Maintain safety and respond to rapid changes.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Care planning

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Full Time Nights

POSITION SUMMARY

The Charge Registered Nurse is a professional nurse who coordinates, supports and supervises other Registered Nurses/LVNs in the delivery of nursing care. They ensure the nursing unit runs smoothly and efficiently and oversees the transition between shifts. The Charge Registered Nurse participates in patient and family teaching, provides leadership by working cooperatively with leadership, ancillary staff and other members of the patient care team in maintaining standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. The Charge Registered Nurse serves as a liaison between physicians, nurses and staff.

General Functions

• Institutes and initiates a plan of care for patient based on the initial assessment within the shift, documents;
• implements and continuously evaluates interventions; reassesses patient needs on an on-going basis as required per unit or procedure
• Develops, discusses and communicates a realistic problem list (plan of care) for each patient, in collaboration with each patient/family/significant other to address identified needs
• Recognizes changing patient condition and modifies plan by using resources, chain of command and Rapid Response Team (RRT) promptly and appropriately.
• Assimilates and prioritizes information sources to take immediate and decisive patient-focused action by routinely performing patient rounds and addressing concerns timely
• Maintains a safe environment and responds with confidence and adapts to rapid changing patient conditions and emergent situations
• Demonstrates the skills and judgement necessary to implement plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the care of the patient
• Appropriately documents all assessments, plans of care specific to patient and identified problem for care provided accurately

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• Required-Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• Preferred-Academic bachelor's or master's degree in nursing

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Required- 1 year of RN experience

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Current RN Licensure in the State of Texas or Compact State
• Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (American Red Cross or American Heart Association) if American Red Cross, must obtain American Heart Association within 60-days of hire
• ACLS must be obtained by the end of the department orientation
• For all certifications refer to Attachment A

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission?

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

The Hospitals of Providence have faithfully been serving our community since 1902. Generations of families have chosen our hospitals to be a steward of health in the El Paso community. Our five hospitals include a childrens hospital committed to providing the care patients need, when they need it. Today, the Hospitals of Providence are comprised of our region's most trusted hospitals, each dedicated to meeting our families specific healthcare needs. Join our team!