Med Surg RN Charge Nights

Lower Keys Medical Center; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan contribution

Medical, Vision, Dental benefits

401k match

Job summary

Lower Keys Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Charge for Med Surg on the night shift (7pm–7am) in Key West. The role supervises nursing staff, coordinates patient care, and ensures compliance with hospital policies while supporting professional development.

The RN Charge oversees unit operations during assigned shifts, facilitates communication among care teams, monitors patient flow, and participates in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• RN licensure in state or compact state.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Coordinates care with healthcare professionals to optimize patient flow and care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication

Infection control

Clinical nursing knowledge

Education

RN licensure (state or compact)

Tools

Hospital information systems

Clinical documentation tools

Job description

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg Charge Nights position at Lower Keys Medical CenterUnit: Med SurgShift: 7pm-7amStudent Loan Contribution: Up to $20kOther incentives include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles

Job Summary

The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
• Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
• Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
• Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks.
• Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred