Labor & Delivery - RN Charge
Labor & Delivery - RN Charge
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Job Description
*** Offering up to a $20000 SignOn for eligible Full Time Registered Nurse candidates! ***
Why Northwest Health
We know its not just about finding a job. Its about finding a place where you are respected valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
Team members across our organization enjoy working in team environments and making a difference in the health and wellbeing of the patients they serve. Their efforts are rewarded through numerous recognition programs and our affiliates also offer team member benefits including:
- Competitive compensation
- Paid time off plans for vacations holidays and illness
- Health insurance including coverage for medical dental vision and prescription drugs
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Education & student loan assistance
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
About Northwest Arkansas
Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic regions in Americaa perfect blend of urban sophistication and small town charm. If you arent local and havent already discovered this check outto see why NWA keeps winning awards as a best place to live!
Job Summary
The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts ensuring effective and efficient delivery of highquality 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 noncompliance 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 costeffective 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.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- 12 years of clinical nursing experience required
- Prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred
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 problemsolving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.
Licenses and Certifications
- RN Registered Nurse State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
- BCLS Basic Life Support required
- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
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Employment Type
Full-Time
