Charge Nurse - Medical Surgical Ortho

Overview

At St.

Joseph Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community.

As a member of Prime Healthcare, St.

Joseph Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Founded in 1874 by the Sisters of St.

Joseph of Carondelet, St.

Joseph Medical Center has a long tradition of providing high-quality, compassionate care. Its Catholic heritage and the spirit of our founding Sisters continue today in our mission of caring for the community. The Diocese of Kansas City-St.

Joseph is the Catholic Sponsor for St.

Joseph Medical Center, under the leadership of his Excellency Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr.

St.

Joseph Medical Center has received numerous awards for its quality and clinical excellence.

We believe that continuous quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery. For information, visit www.stjosephkc.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

The Med Surg/Tele Charge Nurse is responsible and accountable for the quality of staff and functions during their shift. Assists the Department Director in the daily operations of the unit, directing, supervising and evaluating personnel, ensuring the proper use of time, equipment and resources.

Ensures the efficient functions of the department . Performs direct patient care, only as needed, within the scope of practice. Continually assesses patient care and directs staff to make necessary changes in the plan of care. Effectively communicates with physicians and staff to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Current and valid state RN License2.

Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.3. Current ACLS (AHA) 30 days upon of hire and maintain current.4. Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

RN-C within 2 years of hire preferred.5. PALS within 30 days of hire for units that admit pediatric patients