Charge Nurse

Shift : Full Time Weekend Days, 3 12s/Week (7p-7:30a) Work Arrangement : On-site Department : Capital Region Medical Center Emergency Services Facility : Capital Region Medical Center - 1125 Madison St, Jefferson City, MO Compensation : Base Pay Range: $32.82 - $48.27 per hour, based on experience Shift Differentials: Additional $8.00 per hour for RN Weekend Program Sat/Sun shift Additional $3.00 per hour for Charge RN ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our nursing team in Emergency Services. Our ER is a fast, paced diverse setting. We are a certified stroke & STEMI center. We currently have 21 beds along with six chairs for lower acuity, fast-track patients & two psychiatric holding rooms. As a RN, you will provide compassionate care to those in need and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. You will be surrounded by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who share your commitment to excellence. This is an incredible opportunity to use your skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of others and to support our mission to save and improve lives. ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way. Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in mid-Missouri. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8%and full vesting in three years Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more See a comprehensive list of benefits here. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Provides clinical patient care within the scope of a Registered Nurse, including assessment of condition, goal setting, and nursing actions to meet the physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative needs of the patient. Assesses, intervenes, and reassesses patient self-report and symptoms of pain promptly, utilizing an appropriate tool for assessment and reassessment. Demonstrates an understanding of medications regarding action and side effects. Report pertinent information to the appropriate individual. Educates patients and patients' chosen support person(s) about medications. Demonstrates the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions in accomplishing goals and intended patient care outcomes. Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements policies and procedures of MU Health Care and assigned nursing unit. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (i.e. resident physician, ancillary support teams) and records those observations accurately and concisely. Coordinates daily staffing assignments based on patient acuity and unit needs. Adjusts staffing levels as necessary throughout the shift to maintain safe patient care standards. Ensures smooth patient flow and efficient bed management within the unit. Coordinates admissions, transfers, and discharges of patients as needed. Responds to clinical emergencies or critical incidents within the unit. Communicates effectively with healthcare providers and other departments during emergencies. Facilitates effective communication between nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care plans and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Provides clinical guidance and support to nursing staff, including performance feedback. Serves as a resource for nursing staff regarding clinical issues and patient care decisions. Addresses and resolves patient care concerns and complaints promptly, escalating to the clinical manager or Office of Patient Experience as appropriate. Conducts assigned audits of patient charts and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. Participates in quality improvement initiatives and unit-based quality improvement activities. Audits adherence to infection control protocols and patient safety guidelines. Participates in unit meetings, committees, and projects to contribute to unit goals and initiatives. Participates in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups. Full understanding of the attendance and punctuality guidelines and the dress code. May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days. One (1) year of RN experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr