Registered Nurse - Head Nurse

Proforma Health Inc; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health Inc. is seeking a Head Nurse to oversee patient care, staff management, and daily unit operations in Jonesboro, AR. The role emphasizes compassionate, ethical care and collaboration with patients and families to promote health and well-being.

The Head Nurse will review diagnostic data, lead interdisciplinary teams, guide clinical interventions, and drive improvements in outcomes while supporting staff development and quality care delivery.

Qualifications

• RN licensure and BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the relevant unit or specialty area.
• Proficiency in computer skills and health information systems.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and review diagnostic data relevant to patient conditions.
• Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement change.
• Provide guidance during life-threatening situations and evaluate intervention outcomes.
• Develop and implement innovative processes to enhance patient outcomes.
• Participate in clinical leadership activities such as coaching, mentoring, staffing, and performance evaluations.
• Contribute to projects aimed at improving healthcare delivery.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure quality patient care.
• Support ongoing professional development and learning.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience in relevant unit

Computer skills

Education

RN licensure

BLS certification

Job description

The Head Nurse oversees patient care, staff management, and daily operations within a designated nursing unit. They utilize the nursing process to make informed decisions, partnering with patients and families to promote health and restore well-being. The role emphasizes compassionate, knowledgeable, and ethical care that respects patient autonomy and dignity.

Role Overview

The Head Nurse oversees patient care, staff management, and daily operations within a designated nursing unit. They utilize the nursing process to make informed decisions, partnering with patients and families to promote health and restore well-being. The role emphasizes compassionate, knowledgeable, and ethical care that respects patient autonomy and dignity.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and review diagnostic data relevant to patient conditions.
• Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement change.
• Provide guidance during life-threatening situations and evaluate intervention outcomes.
• Develop and implement innovative processes to enhance patient outcomes.
• Participate in clinical leadership activities such as coaching, mentoring, staffing, and performance evaluations.
• Contribute to projects aimed at improving healthcare delivery.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure quality patient care.
• Support ongoing professional development and learning.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in the relevant unit or specialty area.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• RN licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS preferred.