What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Charge Nurse - ER - FT - Days position at BRADLEY MEDICAL CENTER LLC?
The ER Nurse, under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and the nursing supervisor, is responsible for the nursing care of the patients in the emergency department and is responsible for the direction of patient care. The RN delivers care based on patient needs appropriate for the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. He/she demonstrates an interest in patient patient-centered approach to total nursing care. Demonstrates cooperation, flexibility, and resourcefulness when dealing with patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital personnel. The RN shall be responsible for planning, supervising, and evaluating the nursing care of patients and for correlating the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and policies. Observe professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired concerning the personal, financial, medical, or employment status of patients of Tennova Healthcare - Cleveland and their families. Must follow and enforce accepted safety practices for patients and the hospital. Participate in Performance improvement activities. Utilize the nursing process to oversee and provide age-specific patient care. Communicate in an acceptable and easily understood manner. Develops, implements, and updates plan of care. Educates and adheres to the patient's bill of rights.
Education: Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing as evidenced by verification of state licensure.
Experience: At least two years of experience in a hospital or medically related environment preferred.
Licenses/Certificates: Current Tennessee or Compact State registered nurse license required. BLS is required within one week of hire. ACLS and PALS within 6 months of assignment to the Emergency Department
