Charge Nurse plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff. Being a Charge Nurse assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary. Additionally, Charge Nurse requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Charge Nurse supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Charge Nurse typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
CHARGE NURSE (LPN or RN)
General Purpose
The Charge Nurse is responsible for the daily supervision of CNAs to ensure the delivery of patient care as ordered by the Physician.
Qualifications:
• Must hold a current license as an RN and/or LPN in the state of TN.
• Must possess leadership and ability to cooperate with other staff or personnel.
• Must be competent in organizing, planning and directing nursing care.
• Must have patience, tact, professional disposition and be able to handle patients based on whatever functioning level they may have.
• Must handleemergencies, perform emergency care and give emergency instructions as necessary.
• Must communicate with the public, visitors and patients tactfully.
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