What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Charge Nurse-ICU position at UP Health System - Marquette?
Advanced Charge Nurse-ICU-7467-10137
Description
Advanced Charge RN - ICU / IMCU
Full-Time | 0.8 FTE | 8-hour shifts | Days
Internal applicants only | Reference MNA, CBA, Article 10. D
Position Summary :
For units with neither managers nor a director, or only an interim director, the "Advanced Charge" position provides nursing leadership and keeps the flow of the unit running smoothly.
1. “Advanced charge” nurses will be allowed to perform the following functions :
a. Scheduling
b. Staffing
c. Orientation
d. Unit meetings
e. Auditing for safety compliance as needed
2. The “advanced charge” nurse will not be involved in hiring, firing, or discipline of any employees.
3. The “advanced charge” nurse will remain within the unit call rotation.
4. The “advanced charge” nurse will be a maximum of a .8 due to the extra job responsibilities and remaining in the call rotation.
5. The “advanced charge” nurse will not take an assignment but, if necessary, will take a reduced patient assignment, and will be utilized to fill gaps throughout the day as needed.
6. The “advanced charge” nurse will maintain communication with the nursing supervisor to ensure adequate and safe staffing as well as flow in the unit and between units.
7. The “advanced charge” nurse will be guaranteed one (1) office day per week in order to complete the additional job responsibilities.
8. Those who accept the “advanced charge” position will receive a $5.00 per hour incentive for the additional responsibilities of the role.
9. In the event a manager or director is hired for a unit where an “advanced charge” role was created, the RNs occupying the “advanced charge” role will return to their original position and pointage.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Associate degree in nursing
Bachelor’s degree in nursing (Preferred)
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Licenses
Registered Nurse (RN)
Certifications
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
EEOC Statement
UP Health System – Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Nursing
Primary Location
Michigan-Marquette
Schedule
Full-timeWork ScheduleDay shift, 7-10 hr / shift, weekdays only
Salary : $5
