RN Charge Ortho Weekends

Gadsden Regional Medical Center; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 5,510,000 - 7,715,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Weekend shift premium

Medical

Vision

Dental

401k match

Job summary

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is seeking a Weekend Registered Charge Nurse in Ortho to lead the unit during weekend shifts, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care and smooth operations.

The RN will supervise nursing staff, coordinate with care teams, enforce safety and infection control, participate in audits, and mentor staff while maintaining compliance with hospital policies. Weekend shifts with enhanced pay and sign-on incentives are available for full- and part-time roles.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required in Alabama orCompact State licensure.
• 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control, safety standards and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff during weekend shifts.
• Evaluates staff performance and provides coaching to maintain care quality.
• Oversees patient care planning and coordination with care teams.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families and departments.
• Monitors patient flow and unit resources; participates in audits and safety initiatives.
• Leads infection prevention efforts and ensures training needs are met.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Leadership

Communication

Infection control

Education

RN Licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

Increased Pay Rates plus SIGN ON BONUS! Join us as a Weekend Registered Charge Nurse in Ortho at Gadsden Regional Medical CenterDepartment: OrthoShift: WeekendsStudent Loan ReimbursementOther incentives include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more available for Full and Part-Time roles

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}}