Charge Nurse Medical Surgical
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Job Description
Where Youll Work
Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix Arizona St. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy St. Josephs was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later St. Josephs remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.
We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care medical education and research. St. Josephs includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute Norton Thoracic Institute Cancer Center at St. Josephs Ivy Brain Tumor Center and St. Josephs Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics neuro-rehabilitation orthopedics and other medical services. St. Josephs is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day approximately 20 percent of the hospitals patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Josephs.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Josephs among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and addition St. Josephs boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Josephs and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Childrens Hospital.
St. Josephs is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizonas healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizonas Most Admired Companies.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
We are offering a $10K sign on bonus to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.
Medical-Surgical 4 West provides high-quality patient centered care to individuals with a variety of medical conditions and surgical needs. Patients on the unit may be hospitalized for surgery illness or testing and observation with various diagnoses. The unit mission is to promote healing ensure patient safety and enhance recovery through evidence-based practices interdisciplinary collaboration and compassionate care. As a Charge Nurse on MS 4 West youll oversee a department of front-line nurses caring for patients. Every interaction is an opportunity to improve your understanding of a patients needs the needs of your nursing team or the needs of your unit. Youll advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential which aligns with your departments operational goals and objectives.
To thrive in this role you need to be accountable and confident. Youre an excellent communicator in 1:1 interactions and in front of groups. Its also important for you to be comfortable holding tough conversations as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to serve as leader and teammate
- Ensure your direct reports and department are positioned to deliver the best care possible to our patients
- High level of engagement with the floor- visibly connecting with nurses patients and families
- Attend meetings with leadership to learn about new initiatives areas for improvement etc. and share that information with your team
- Monitor productivity and efficiency of your department
- Mentor people on your team. Share your knowledge and confidence with assistant nurse managers charge nurses and others
- Potential to be cross-trainedinto Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Job Requirements
Requirements:
Experience:
Two (2) years RN experience within applicable clinical specialty and/or Charge Nurse experience
Education:
ADN
BSN Preferred
Licensure:
An active Arizona RN license or a Compact State RN license
American Heart Association BLS
Employment Type
Unclear
