Charge Nurse - Surgery/Trauma - FT Days

Grade Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead nursing care in a dynamic environment. This role involves planning, directing, and evaluating nursing functions while ensuring high-quality patient care. The Charge Nurse will coordinate unit activities, delegate tasks, and educate staff, all while working closely with the Clinical Staff Manager. This position is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced setting and are committed to enhancing patient outcomes. Join a team dedicated to excellence in healthcare and make a significant impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or equivalent education and experience required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and evaluate nursing care in the assigned unit.
• Coordinate activities and delegate tasks to nursing staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Leadership

Emergency Procedures

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Grady Health System offers many career paths for experienced professionals. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages of your career, you can find a rewarding career at Grady!

Summary:

The Charge Nurse reports to the Clinical Staff Manager and is responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. The role involves coordinating unit activities, directing, organizing, and assigning work to the nursing staff, assessing, monitoring, and educating staff on patient care. The Charge Nurse delegates, coordinates, and readjusts patient assignments as needed. Working under the guidance of the Clinical Staff Manager, the Charge Nurse aims to enhance throughput, quality, and customer service in their area, and institutes emergency procedures as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent education and experience.
• BSN preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
• If holding an Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN), at least four (4) years of direct patient care RN experience, including in a charge role.
• RN with a BSN should have two (2) or more years of direct patient care RN experience, including in a charge role (preferred).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for employment or transfer into the following areas within 90 days:
• All Critical Care areas
• Emergency Care Center (ECC/ED), GI/Cath Laboratory
• Labor & Delivery
• All Intermediate Care areas, including Post-Acute Care Unit (PACU)

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.