Medical Oncology Unit Charge Nurse / RN

Benefits Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family‑focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs… and more! Job Overview 7a‑730p / Part Time / 24 Hours • RN Charge Nurse, Lung and Hematology Oncology Plans, coordinates, and directs the daily operations of a specific shift on a clinical unit. Supervises staff and facilitates communication with physicians and internal administrators to provide optimal patient and family‑centered care. Is recognized as a change agent and routinely leads efforts to strengthen organizational systems that support the mission, vision, and values of the department. Adept at creative problem‑solving, negotiating conflict, and collaborating with others. Demonstrates insight, judgment, and clinically sound risk‑taking. Role models expert communication skills to colleagues through example. Demonstrates foresight regarding the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes based on intuition and experience. Is recognized as an expert clinician and a leader within their area of specialty. Completes employee conference, risk management and unit management reports within specified time frames. Identifies the need for revision and evaluates the effectiveness of operational forms. Provides and coordinates the resources needed within the unit to provide optimal patient outcomes. Role models time management skills through example. Ensures compliance and adherence with stated policies and procedures for the unit. Remains informed of innovative clinical trends through benchmarking and evidence‑based practice. Functions as charge nurse. Role models delegation skills to colleagues and assists them in effective delegation utilizing the Synergy model for care. Considered an expert and is viewed as a formal leader. Responsibilities Clinical Leadership and Mentorship Mentor other Registered Nurses to the role and functions of Charge Nurse. Lead and coordinate team behavior between staff members and actively foster the development of leadership skills in others. Provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff concerning policies, scheduling, assignments, organizational skills and daily operations. Complete performance reviews with Nurse Manager input as appropriate. Incorporate Synergy model for care in nurse/patient assignments. Operational Management and Compliance Evaluate the use of resources and cost containment activities. Coordinate unit staffing to meet the needs of the department. Identify one managerial problem and initiate a test of change. Actively participate in preparation of regulatory agency reviews. Assist in administrative activities such as budget planning, identifying means of cost containment, coordinating unit staffing schedules, and ensuring communication regarding areas of concern to the Unit Director. Evaluate the impact of policies on daily operations. Support administrative decisions and facilitate daily operational issues with the staff. Ensure compliance with educational requirements through scheduling, planning, and support. Communication, Conflict Resolution, and Advocacy Exhibit desire to hear and understand another's point of view. Demonstrate and role‑model effective communication skills. Take a leadership role in building and maintaining an environment which fosters open and candid communication. Serve as an arbitrator in resolution of conflicts between nursing staff. Take appropriate action to correct unacceptable communication/behavior as needed. Take appropriate action to counsel employees (i.e., verbal warnings for attendance & performance issues). Aware of and support units and colleagues needs through supportive and non‑judgmental behaviors. Actively empower and advocate for nurses. Takes appropriate action to address customer concerns and complaints (i.e., appropriate follow‑up with Unit Director and risk management). Addresses escalated patient issues and refers issues to Unit Director or Patient Advocate when unable to resolve. Monitors issues and their resolution. Quality Improvement and Education Challenge and shape systems on the unit and hospital wide to achieve best possible outcomes. Implement innovative approaches to meet the needs of patients and families. Identify, recognize and respond to the needs of unit staff to ensure that staff has the resources and tools available to meet patient and family needs. Identify, initiate, and collaborate to provide needed educational programs. Develop management/ leadership focused in‑service (e.g., time management, team building, conflict resolution, budget, leadership activities). Demonstrate current evidence‑based practice and disseminate information. Question management practice as it relates to research. Commitments Must meet all Clinical Nurse I Employee Commitments. Achieve points and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point system to maintain position. Qualifications Minimum Required Education – Graduate of an accredited pre‑licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Experience – 2 years of recent nursing experience AND a minimum of 2 years of experience in the area of concentration. Licensure – A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing. Certification – 1. BLS certification 2. ACLS may be required for certain departments, post‑hire 3. Additional certifications may be required based on department and specialty 4. If completing virtual care activities that may include multi‑state practice, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire. Employees in role prior to 11/09/2025 will have until their next renewal date to achieve compact status. PLAN – 1. Must meet all Clinical Nurse Employee Commitments. 2. Achieve electives/points and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point system to maintain position. 3. Must complete UCN/SNM criteria requirements within nine (9) months of promotion or hire, including completion of Enhancing your Communication HLC#6488, completion of formal preceptor training workshop and enrollment in LEAP course. Preferred Qualifications Education – MSN or DNP. Physical Requirements (Medium‑Heavy) 36‑75 lbs, 0‑33% of the work day (occasionally); 20‑35 lbs, 34‑66% of the work day (frequently); 10‑20 lbs, 67‑100% of the work day (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Environmental Factors Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood‑borne pathogen exposure; Bio‑hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals–4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emory Healthcare