RN Charge Nights MICU

Community Health Systems; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Match

Student Loan Reimbursement

Job summary

Gadsden Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL, is seeking an RN Charge in the MICU for full-time nights to oversee unit operations, supervise staff, and coordinate care to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and adherence to hospital policies, with opportunities for professional development and participation in quality initiatives. A $10,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive incentives are available.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the operations of the nursing unit during assigned shifts.
• Supervises nursing staff and coordinates care with healthcare teams.
• Ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Infection control

Critical thinking

Care coordination

Staff supervision

Unit operations

Tools

Hospital information systems

Job description

Increased Pay Rates plus Sign on Bonus

Other incentives include:

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• 401k match
• Up to $20,000 in Student Loan Reimbursement

Join us as an RN Charge Full-Time Nights in our MICU at Gadsden Regional Medical Center- $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

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

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.