Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse (Nights)

10075 ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Waxahachie; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differentials

Comprehensive benefits

Student loan repayment & tuition

CEU & career development

Wellness programs

Work-life balance

Job summary

ClearSky Health in Waxahachie, TX seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care within an assigned unit. You will assess, plan, supervise, and evaluate care to prevent complications and help patients adapt to changes in lifestyle.

The role includes full-time hours (36/wk with alternating weekends), with base pay $37.60–$44.71 per hour plus shift differentials and a strong benefits package. Apply today to join a collaborative, patient-focused team.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of accredited Registered Nursing program required.
• BSN preferred.
• One year of recent experience preferred.
• Acute care setting experience preferred.
• Current state license as RN required.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• CRRN certification preferred.
• ACLS certification preferred in Texas hospitals; required if in Charge Nurse role.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and assessments per standards.
• Develop and update individualized care plans.
• Monitor and document patient conditions and changes.
• Educate patients and families and document accordingly.
• Complete timely documentation and maintain records.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team; supervise LPNs/LVNs.
• Assume Charge Nurse duties as assigned during emergencies.
• Identify risks and participate in corrective actions.
• Ensure safety and infection prevention compliance.
• Maintain attendance and complete trainings.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Accredited RN program

BSN preferred

Current state RN license

Current BLS Certification

CRRN certification preferred

ACLS certification preferred in Texas

Tools

ACLS (preferred)

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

About the Role

Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within assigned unit. The role is also responsible for patient assessments, planning, supervising, interventions, and evaluations designed to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help the patient adapt to an altered lifestyle. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.

Hours and Compensation

Hours———————— Full Time: 36 hours per week, every other weekend. Shifts: 5:45-6:15

Base Compensation Range (Full-Time): $37.60/hr-$44.71/hr depending on years of experience

Shift Differentials: $3/hr on weeknights (Mon-Fri), $6/hr on weekend days (Sat/Sun), and $8/hr on weekend nights (Sat/Sun) Charge Differential: $2/hr

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials
• Bonus Potential
• Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident/Disability/Life Insurance, HSA, Generous PTO Accrual, 401k Match)
• Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement
• CEU & Career Development Opportunities
• Supportive, Inclusive Culture
• Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs
• Real Work-Life Balance

Essential Functions

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide quality and efficient patient care according to established standards. Ensures that professional and skilled nursing care has been provided to all patients.
• Contributes to the appropriate development, maintenance, and update of individualized patient plan of care. Implements identified plan of care in accordance with current professional standards and practices and in accordance with patient needs.
• Monitors, records, and reports symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Identifies patient and family learning needs. Teaches patient and families using effective teaching methods and documents accordingly.
• Completes all documentation in a timely manner. Maintains patient clinical records and reports in accordance with Hospital policy and established standards.
• Based on needs assessment, coordinates and delegates care and treatments with the interdisciplinary team. Provides timely and adequate supervision to LPNs/LVNs and Nursing Aides/Techs.
• Performs supervisory Charge Nurse responsibilities as assigned. Provides timely assistance with urgent and emergency situations, i.e., Code Blue and Rapid Response.
• Helps identify problems and potential risks and contributes to corrective action plans.
• Notifies proper personnel of real or potential problems with patient issues and quality and/or appropriateness of care.
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions.
• Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
• Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule. Completes required trainings, as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Successful completion of accredited Registered Nursing program required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.
• One (1) year recent experience preferred.
• Acute care setting preferred.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse required.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• CRRN certification preferred.
• ACLS certification preferred in Texas hospitals. Required if in Charge Nurse role.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection prevention, and wound care standards of practice.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and utilizes proper policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift

A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time. Both gross and precise motor functions. Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs. Possible exposure to bodily fluids. Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care. Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment. Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.

#INDWAX

#INDWAX Authentic. Inspiring. Transformative. ClearSky Health and our affiliated Hospitals provide high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve. We value our employees' skills, talents, and input. We believe in maintaining hospital environments where employees are: Valued Treated with dignity Respected Provided educational and training opportunities Recognized Rewarded ClearSky Health has plans to open a medical rehabilitation hospital at the location listed below.

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