Med/Surg Charge Nurse (RN) – Lead & Elevate Care

LifePoint Health; Elko (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & leave

Tuition assistance

401(k) match

Job summary

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital, part of LifePoint Health, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join as a Med/Surg Charge Nurse. You will lead patient care on the unit, assess needs, and collaborate with physicians and the Program Director to uphold high nursing standards.

The role emphasizes staffing, clinical policy compliance, and incident reporting while offering comprehensive benefits and career growth within a nationwide health network.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license and an Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• ACLS and PALS within six months of hire or transfer date to position.
• BCLS upon completion of hospital orientation.
• One-year previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Provide overall direction and supervision of patient care and nursing personnel on the unit.
• Consult with staff, physicians, and the Program Director regarding nursing practices and hospital policies.
• Ensure nursing staff compliance with clinical policies and procedures.
• Participate in incident investigations and the preparation of related reports.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet patient care needs.
• Implement and uphold Standards of Nursing Practice across all functions.
• Serve as the administrative representative in the absence of the Program Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Ability to work under stress

Education

Associate degree in nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital, part of LifePoint Health, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join as a Med/Surg Charge Nurse. You will lead patient care on the unit, assess needs, and collaborate with physicians and the Program Director to uphold high nursing standards.

The role emphasizes staffing, clinical policy compliance, and incident reporting while offering comprehensive benefits and career growth within a nationwide health network.