Charge Nurse – 9255

Category:

RN Opportunities

Department:

Med/Surg/Peds

Scope of Responsibility:

The Charge Nurse, in addition to meeting the RN standards, has the responsibility for the following:  completes assignment of patient care to appropriate personnel; makes rounds on the unit to assess patient condition and needs following up with the team leader to discuss as needed actions; counsels staff; provides input regarding staff performance; participates in multi-disciplinary patient care conferences; and promotes and assures patient safety.  The Charge Nurse is required to mentor and precept employees in a respectful manner.

Education Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.  Minimum of 1 year experience as a staff nurse in area of specialty.  Current State of Illinois registered Nurse license, current CPR certification and any other certification appropriate to specialty required.

Opportunity Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Schedule:

32 Hrs/Wk