Charge Nurse – Emergency Department – Tiffin Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Work Shift:

Afternoons (United States of America)

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Charge Nurse is responsible for providing a clear line of authority and accountability in the absence of the CNO and/or Departmental Managers. Functions in a role to facilitate operations of the hospital, implementation of changes, and enhance staff accountability.  Serves as clinician with advanced clinical knowledge and skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Education: Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse of the State of Ohio. 

Certification:  BLS for the Healthcare Provider through the AHA.

Have or be able to obtain ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.  Must have or be willing to obtain NRP, dysrhythmia and critical care classes.

2.Knowledge and Abilities:

A.  Demonstrated leadership abilities

B.  Performs nursing skills and operated specific nursing equipment

C.  Interprets hospital policies and procedures.

D. Handles confidential information

E. Assists managers in providing general supervision to hospital employees.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Works in patient care environment where there is frequent exposure to communicable diseases, biohazardous waste/materials and offensive odors.

2. Prolonged standing, walking, stooping/bending, along with lifting, turning and positioning of patients.  Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

3. Occasional exposure to injury due to combative or abusive patients.

4. Work may be fatiguing and emotionally stressful.

5. Frequent and prolonged exposure to excessive noise due to unit activities.

6. Frequently exposed to mental strain caused from a fast paced environment and information from multiple sources.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:

The Charge Nurse is a licensed professional nurse responsible for delivery of patient care and teaching through the nursing process.  The Charge Nurse may delegate responsibilities/activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing, and the established policies and procedures of the organization.  The Charge Nurse assists in orientation of new personnel and assumes a leadership role as assigned.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

Emergency Department - Tiffin

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.