RN, Charge Nurse

Description

Performs the primary functions of a professional nurse leader in assessing, planning, directing, and evaluating patient care on a medical-surgical nursing unit. Manages all supplies, and equipment, and supervises all personnel on the unit and promotes team efforts with physicians and personnel of other departments.

Requirements

Personal Job-Related Skills: Demonstrated ability in nursing practice. Leadership and management abilities and effective oral and written communication skills.

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing. Bachelors degree in Nursing preferred

Licensure, Registry or Certification: Registered Nurse currently licensed by the State of Texas.  

• BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• ACLS, TNCC, NRP & STABLE must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Physical and Mental Requirements: Duties of the position require moderate physical activity. Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and lifting 50 pounds. Occasional heavy lifting when moving or supporting patients who may suddenly become weak or helpless.