Neuroscience Charge RN FT 7a

Baptistfirst; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in central Alabama is seeking a Full-Time RN - Charge Nurse to oversee quality patient care activities during their shift. The candidate must have a nursing degree and RN licensure, with at least one year of nursing experience. Responsibilities include mentoring staff and collaborating with the Nurse Manager. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of staff nurse experience required.
• Active RN licensure required, BLS certification mandatory.
• Additional certifications may be required depending on area.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and evaluate unit activities for quality patient care.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to nursing staff.
• Assist the Nurse Manager in responsibilities.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork capabilities

Effective communication

Time management

Supervisory skills

Education

Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at .**Highlights:****Summary**: The RN - Charge Nurse shall be responsible to facilitate, coordinate, and evaluate unit activities for the provision of quality patient care during the assigned shift. This individual is responsible to the Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager and will serve as a mentor to the staff. The Charge Nurse shall demonstrate the consistent ability to act as a role model by providing direction in the application of the nursing process, quality improvement standards, and organizational and department goal and objectives in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.**Education/Experience**: Degree in Nursing required, BSN preferred. Minimum 1 year staff nurse experience required.**License/Certification**: Active RN licensure required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending upon area assigned**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**: • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. • Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. • Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns. • Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment. • Ability to effectively manage time and schedules. • Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. • Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.**Working Conditions/Physical Requirements**:Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds or greater. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.**Primary Location:**Baptist Medical Center South**Job:**Neuroscience Charge RN FT 7aRN Charge**Job Type:**Regular-Full time**Shift**:First Shift (United States of America)