Clinical Charge Nurse- Med Surg

Essential Functions

• Assesses and analyzes the health status of patients in assigned nursing unit in a comprehensive manner.
• Performs and/or assures completed assessments on all patients admitted within the designated time delineated in policy/unit standards.
• Performs on-going assessments and documents according to policy and procedure.
• Reports significant findings of admission and on-going assessments to appropriate member of health care team.
• Initiates discharge planning process with initial admission assessment.
• Plans patient care on assigned unit in collaboration with the patient, family, and health care team.
• Formulates individualized patient plan of care based on assessment data within the designated time delineated in policy/unit standards.
• Updates plan of care based on the patient assessment within appropriate time period.
• Directs, implements and coordinates patient care activities on assigned unit to ensure the delivery of quality care.
• Communicates the plan of care to other members of the healthcare team through daily worksheet conferences, verbally during the shift and shift report.
• Directs care team members in accordance with their scope of practice.
• Communicates and documents all patient care given including assessments, plan of care, interventions, patient response, and follow-up.
• Transcribes and directs the implementation of physician orders.
• Provides patient education based on assessed needs and evaluates understanding.
• Conducts ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes and documents effectiveness of planned and implemented interventions and strategies in relation to the plan of care within time frames per policy/unit standards.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities, including Core Measures.
• Completes and documents Core Measure Indicators timely and accurately.
• Collaborates with nurse leader regarding needed policy/procedure changes.

Education Qualifications

Associate's Degree Nursing

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIHSS

Experience Qualifications

At least 2 years Registered Nurse (RN) experience required.

Skills and Abilities

• In-depth understanding of nursing theories, principles, and best practices in patient care.
• Proficient in medical terminology to effectively communicate with the healthcare team and understand patient conditions.
• Knowledge of care coordination, discharge planning, and patient advocacy to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Strong leadership skills to supervise nursing staff, delegate tasks, and manage team dynamics effectively.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to assess patient needs and respond to emergencies.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for clear interaction with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in conducting comprehensive patient assessments and developing appropriate care plans.
• Strong conflict resolution skills to address staff or patient concerns effectively and maintain a positive work environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals across disciplines to coordinate patient care.
• Capacity to adapt to changing situations, including varying patient acuity levels and emergency situations.
• Ability to mentor and train new nurses and staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and manage a busy patient care environment.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy towards patients and families, providing emotional support and education.