RN Charge Nurse - ICU - Night Shift

Charge Nurse

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: 12 hour night shift (7:00 pm - 7:30 am) - Every third weekend Location: Nazareth Hospital - Philadelphia, PA

Position Purpose

The Charge Nurse is a Registered Nurse (RN) who works in a collaborative environment at Nazareth Hospital to plan & provide professional nursing services & standards of practice in accordance with level of experience & education, state board of nursing & established policies & procedures. The RN integrates the art, science, leadership & knowledge of nursing clinical practice through relationship-centered, compassionate, ethical & respectful direct / indirect healthcare services.

As a Charge Nurse, you will:

• Practice is guided by nursing process & policy / procedure / standards.
• Maintains focused area of expertise for care / program &/or provides interventions or knowledge within niche areas of care / program.
• Advances professional / shared governance, collaborates inter & intra-professionally, delegates to others to advance care, assumes an expanded role & increased responsibility.
• Participates with unit leadership in development and improvement of departmental processes.
• Facilitates patient flow both in and out of the nursing unit as well as enhances teamwork by providing guidance and support to all staff.
• Takes responsibility for Outcomes Management, ensures that patient care is optimal and timely and that patient outcomes are within defined parameters.
• Participates with unit leadership in development of Service Line initiatives and guiding staff in successfully completing process change.
• Exhibits positive service excellence skills to patients, visitors and colleagues by greeting others in a friendly manner, keeping them informed about progress, delays and changes.
• Demonstrates stewardship by thoughtful and responsible use of resources including maintaining a clean and hospitable environment, starting work on time, maintaining good attendance and displaying a conscientious attitude towards costs, supplies and departmental finances.
• Actively participates in Shared Governance activities through direct participation on committees, counsels or work groups.
• Maintains awareness of department operations on all shifts/days.
• Reviews minutes and obtains reports to ensure accurate knowledge.
• Accepts accountability for staying informed about changes in the unit, in the service line and the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BSN or BS/BA degree in Nursing required.
• Current RN Pennsylvania state license required.
• Current BLS required. ACLS required or obtained by completion of orientation if applicable to area of practice.
• Previous acute care experience preferred.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

About us:

Nazareth Hospital serves Northeast Philadelphia and the surrounding region. With over 160 inpatient beds and many outpatient services, Nazareth Hospital has a broad range of specialties to meet patients' health care needs. Nazareth Hospital offers outstanding diagnostic, medical, surgical and therapeutic care with state-of-the-art technology. With the dedication of 1,200 employees and 350+ physicians and specialists, Nazareth Hospital treats patients and their families with respect and compassion while providing health care services in response to the changing needs of our community.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.