RN Charge Nurse Full Time Nights

Vibra Healthcare, LLC.; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibra Healthcare, LLC is seeking an experienced RN Charge Nurse to cover the night shift and supervise clinical operations on the unit. The role emphasizes patient advocacy and staff leadership to uphold hospital and professional standards.

The Charge Nurse will coordinate nursing care using the nursing process, provide direct care, and guide the nursing team while ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of employment.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification required within six months of hire.
• One year of medical/surgical hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of nursing care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of the patient.
• Provide direct care and supervise all nursing care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
• Coordinate nursing unit activities related to patient care.
• Participate in patient and family education as needed.
• Provide leadership and clinical guidance to nursing staff and ancillary personnel.
• Participate in interdisciplinary review to inform the plan of care and education for assigned patients.

Skills

RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS within 6 months

Med/Surg Experience

Leadership

Supervisory Experience

Patient Advocacy

Job description

Overview

RN Charge Nurse - Full Time - Nights

The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the clinical supervision and hospital operations during assigned shift. Assesses, plans, coordinates, and evaluates the clinical and operational functions of the unit to ensure quality, cost effective health care is provided by an educated and competent staff. Serves as a patient advocate and an administrative resource during the shift to ensure care meets hospital and professional standards.

Responsibilities

Responsible for coordinating the delivery of nursing care through the utilization of the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of the individual patient. The provision of care includes direct care along with the delegation and supervision of all nursing care in accordance with the applicable Nurse Practice Act. Responsible for coordinating nursing unit activities related to patient care. Participates in patient and family education as needed. Provides leadership and clinical guidance by working with and supporting the nursing staff and other ancillary personnel. Participates in the interdisciplinary review process for patients, incorporating the information into the plan of care and the education plan for the assigned patients.

Required Skills:

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from an approved vendor required.
• Current ACLS certification from an approved vendor required within six (6) months of hire.
• One (1) year of medical/surgical hospital experience required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Two (2) years of acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Critical care experience preferred.
• Previous Charge Nurse/Supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.