RN Charge - Short Stay Observation Stepdown

Maury Regional Health; Columbia, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement

Job summary

The RN Charge at Maury Regional Medical Center's Short Stay Observation Stepdown Unit leads the 25-bed unit, providing oversight, planning, and clinical mentorship for day shifts. The role emphasizes directing staff, assigning duties, scheduling, and delivering high-quality nursing care using critical thinking.

Qualified candidates must hold TN RN licensure, ACLS, and a Bachelor of Nursing within six months of hire, with at least one year of hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as Registered Nurse in Tennessee is required.
• ACLS certification is required.
• Bachelor of Nursing degree required within 6 months of hire.
• At least 1 year of related nursing experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide unit leadership, oversight, and planning for the Short Stay Observation Stepdown Unit.
• Direct and mentor staff; assign duties and schedule shifts.
• Deliver and evaluate nursing care using critical thinking and professional judgment.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Mentoring

Staff scheduling

Critical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse Licensure (TN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

ACLS Certification

Job description

RN Charge - Short Stay Observation Stepdown - 15296

Maury Regional:Main Campus | Registered Nurse | Full-Time

Description

JOB TITLE: RN Charge

DEPT: Short Stay Observation Stepdown Unit

LOCATION: Maury Regional Medical Center - Columbia, TN

SHIFT: Full-time, Days

MAURY REGIONAL HEALTH:

At Maury Regional Health, patients are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care, offering exceptional service. As a top-rated organization, we foster an inclusive, collaborative work environment where innovation and patient care lead the way.

ABOUT THE UNIT:

Our 25-bed Short Stay Unit at Maury Regional Medical Center (MRMC) serves patients who require observation or short-term care following surgery or medical events. Known for its fast-paced environment, the unit has a rapid patient turnover, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 5:1. We conduct thorough assessments every 12 hours and utilize streamlined documentation practices to enhance patient care.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Charge Nurse is responsible for unit and shift leadership: oversight & planning, directing & mentoring, staff assignments, scheduling, providing and evaluating nursing care using critical thinking, professional judgment and leadership skills.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Current and valid licensure as Registered Nurse TennesseeRequired
• ACLSRequired
• Bachelor of Nursing required within 6 months of hireRequired
• 1 Year Related Nursing Experience in a Hospital SettingRequired

WHY MAURY:

• 2025 Great Place to Work & 2024 Best Place for Working Parents
• Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement & Career Advancement Navigation

MISSION: Clinical excellence. Compassionate care. Every patient. Every day.

VISION: To be the trusted choice for health and wellness in southern Middle Tennessee by delivering a safe, seamless and patient-centered experience.

VALUES:

W – Wholeness: Wellness-centered care of mind, body & spirit for our patients & health care team.
E–Empathy: Understanding the feelings of others as we walk with them on their path to wellness.

C–Community: Creating relationships, connections & trust.
A–Advocacy: Defending the rights of all to be heard.
R–Respect: Treating everyone with dignity & respect.
E–Engagement: Actively involving all stakeholders in creating better health outcomes for southern Middle Tennessee.

• Quality patient care
• Highly effective teams
• Stewardship of resources
• Innovative culture

Maury Regional Health is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship. Maury Regional Health grants equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origins (including ancestry), genetic information, disability, age, military/national guard/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or other status protected by state or federal law. Statements made by applicants for employment on this application form will be checked for accuracy. Maury Regional Health campuses are tobacco-free. All tobacco use is prohibited.