Charge RN - Baptist Medical IMC - Nights

INTEGRIS Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Charge RN to join their dedicated team in Oklahoma City. This role is pivotal in managing daily nursing unit operations, ensuring patient safety, and supporting caregivers. You will collaborate with medical staff, oversee patient flow, and enhance care standards. The organization offers a supportive environment with enhanced benefits, including generous PTO and paid family leave. If you're passionate about delivering quality patient care and making a difference in the community, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Front-loaded PTO

100% paid short-term disability

Increased retirement matching

Paid family leave

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Oklahoma is required.
• Associates of Science in Nursing required; BSN preferred within two years.

Responsibilities

• Manage unit workflow and ensure safe caregiver assignments.
• Delegate and coordinate patient care activities effectively.
• Conduct safety huddles and ensure safety measures are in place.

Skills

Effective communication skills in English

Patient safety management

Caregiver accountability

Education

Associates of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

INTEGRIS Health Charge RN Position - Oklahoma City, OK

INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system, offers an exciting opportunity for a Charge RN at the new INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center Medical IMC team. Join us in providing exceptional support to our caregivers and the community. We invite you to apply and learn more about our enhanced benefits, including front-loaded PTO, 100% paid short-term disability, increased retirement matching, and paid family leave. Be part of our mission to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.

Position Overview

The Charge Nurse is responsible for the daily management of the nursing unit, focusing on patient safety, throughput, and caregiver accountability. This role supervises and directs unit activities, collaborates with physicians and other stakeholders, and ensures the delivery of safe, quality patient care. The Charge Nurse may float to other units occasionally but primarily remains in their assigned unit. This position requires population-specific competencies and adherence to National Patient Safety Goals.

Equal Opportunity Statement

INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to protected statuses as defined by law, including veteran and disability statuses.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Oklahoma
• Associates of Science in Nursing required; BSN preferred within two years
• Current BLS certification
• Effective communication skills in English
• Department-specific competencies during orientation

Additional certifications for specific departments:

• Emergency Department: PALS and ACLS certifications
• Adult Critical Care: Competency in advanced skills and ACLS certification

Responsibilities

• Support caregivers with standards of care and escalate issues as needed
• Ensure safe caregiver assignments and manage unit workflow
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives
• Delegate and coordinate patient care activities
• Serve as primary contact for medical staff questions
• Manage patient flow, admissions, and discharges
• Project staffing needs and escalate issues
• Ensure caregivers take scheduled breaks and lunches
• Conduct safety huddles and bedside shift reports
• Perform patient rounds, ensuring safety measures are in place
• Address team dynamics and crucial conversations as needed

Additional Details

The Charge Nurse reports to the supervisor, manager, or director. Physical demands and safety precautions are detailed in the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site. Potential exposure to infectious diseases and other hazards requires adherence to standard precautions.

All applicants will receive consideration regardless of protected statuses as defined by law.