Charge Nurse LVN/ RN (PM shift)

Charge Nurse Lvn/Rn (Pm Shift - 2:30 Pm - 11:00 Pm)

The charge nurse is responsible to the director of nursing, and is to be clinically competent; delivers care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation; and effectively interacts with patient, significant others, and other health team members while maintaining standards of professional nursing.

To excel in this role, you should enjoy working with people, have excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities:

• Record patients' medical records and monitor vital signs.
• Supervising nursing staff and monitoring their needs.
• Coordinating daily administrative duties, including schedules, nursing assignments, and patient care.
• Overseeing patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Mentoring and training new staff and providing support and guidance to all staff members.
• Monitoring medical charts and providing compassionate care and assistance to patients and families.
• Liaising with doctors and administrators and communicating any protocol changes to staff.
• Ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Recording and maintaining accurate reports.
• Identifying issues or emergencies and responding in a calm and efficient manner.

Skills:

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Compassionate with sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and medical software systems.
• Ability to handle stress and work shifts.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed as a LVN or RN.
• Prior experience in a healthcare facility preferred.