RN CHARGE NIGHT - VMC EMERGENCY ROOM

Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Full Time, Nights Position in the Emergency Department at Northwest Health - Valparaiso Freestanding ED Hours: 7p-7a, 36 hours per week Sign on bonus up to $15,000! Earn up to $20,000 in student loan contributions! Other incentives: Relocation package for eligible candidates; Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k available. Health benefits may include spouse, children, or entire family. Location: Valparaiso Medical Center, 2000 Roosevelt Road Job Summary The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high‑quality patient care. The role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development. Essential Functions Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities. Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care. Oversees assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring plans are followed and adjusted as needed. Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or delivery. Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles. Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit. Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction. Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non‑compliance promptly. Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance outcomes and ensure compliance. Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost‑effective resource management. Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met. Leads infection prevention efforts by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and PPE. Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams. Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment. Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks. Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools. Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices. Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies. Licenses and Certifications RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required. BLS – Basic Life Support required. ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Health Systems