Charge Nurse

Where Expertise Meets Compassionate Care!Every day, our Registered Nurses deliver a level of excellence and compassionate care to our patients in the ICU.Positions details:Location: St. Joseph's Hospital South – Medical/Surgical ICU – Riverview, FloridaStatus: Full TimeShift: 6:15 PM - 6:45 AMEvery other weekend requirementOn Call: NoAlways in personAt BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 33,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.Benefits and perks for you and your family:401(k) match and additional yearly contributionsParental Leave covering births and adoptionsPaid Time OffTuition reimbursementYear performance appraisal and team award bonusExtensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunitiesPet InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramWill and Legal assistanceCommunity discounts and moreAND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!Requirements:RN (Registered Nurse) LicenseRN Professional, nationally recognized and applicable to the current primary area of practice - CCRN, CDN or CNNBachelor's Degree in Nursing OR BS Healthcare related field OR an RN Professional Nurse Specialty Certification within 7 months of hire/promotion2-years' RN experience in the ICU in an Acute Care settingBLS certification with the American Red Cross or American Heart AssociationACLS certification with the American Heart AssociationThe Charge Registered Nurse – ICU responsibilities and skills:Works in a hospital setting and independently cares for a group of ICU patients consistently using the nursing process and clinical standardsDelegates appropriate patient care activities to other members of the health care teamCare for patient needs throughout their recovery in critical careMonitor, record, and update care team on patient vitals and assessments.Identifying sudden or subtle changes in a patient's medical conditionResponding to medical emergencies for critical patientsCoordinates and documents appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after dischargeHigh emotional intelligence to create a positive patient care experience that includes simplifying medical terminology and concepts to the patientProfessional accountability and developmentActs as a professional role model for other members of the nursing teamDeveloping self and team members and sharing organizational informationEqual Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled