Charge RN Pediatrics, FT Nights

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Children's Hospital Corporation seeks an experienced registered nurse to supervise and coordinate unit operations on a designated shift, ensuring quality patient care and efficient use of resources. The role supports the Nurse Manager and coordinates care delivered by nursing staff.

A Texas RN license is required, with CPR training; NRP for Specialty Care Nurseries where applicable, and STABLE certification as specified by department.

Qualifications

• Current RN license to practice in the State of Texas.
• CPR training required for licensed nurses; NRP required for Specialty Care Nurseries; STABLE certification where required by department.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates unit operations on a shift to ensure quality patient care and operational efficiency.
• Maintains authority for resource allocation.
• Assists Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator in managing patient care delivered by nursing staff.
• Supervises the work of RNs and non-licensed nursing staff.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Graduate from accredited nursing school

Job description

Supervises and coordinates unit operations/activities on a specific shift to ensure quality patient care and optimal operational efficiency that ensures continuity of care. Maintains authority for resource allocation. Assists Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator in the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing staff. Supervises the work of RNs, and non-licensed members of the nursing staff.Work ExperienceOne or more years of hospital based acute care experience.License/Registration/CertificationCPR Training Program for licensed nurses working with adult and pediatric patient populations.CPR training not required for licensed nurses working in Specialty Care Nurseries.NRP required for licensed nurses working in Specialty Care Nurseries.Current RN License to practice in the State of TexasPlease Note: RN PRN candidates, whether internal or external candidates, must have certifications noted in the table below by department at the start of assignment/employment.Certification by Unit:Certification by UnitDepartmentsUpon HireObtained within 6 months from Date of HireObtained within 12 months from Date of HireObtained within 18 months from Date of HireRNBLSACLSPALSNRPSTABLEAPHONTNCCENPCPICUXXXXPediatricsXXXIMCUXXXHematology/OncologyXXXXNICUXXXXPerioperative ServicesXXXXEmergency DeptXXXXX*X*XXNurse ImagingXXXX* For Emergency Dept. RNs, in addition to above, NRP is required within 12 months and STABLE within 18 months from Date of Hire.Education and TrainingGraduate from an accredited school of nursing. Associate Degree in NursingMeets unit-specific education requirements.SkillsPossesses critical thinking and problem solving skills.Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes.Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.