[15h Left] Local Contract Charge Nurse (RN) – Acute Care Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Job Description:

Job Description Nucleus Healthcare is seeking a local contractAcute Care Charge Nurse (RN) for a local contract nursing job inAtlanta, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:

  AcuteCare

• Discipline:

  RN

• Duration:

  13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift:

  12 hours

• Employment Type:

  Local Contract House Supervisor(Charge Nurse)

• Contract Bedside Acute Care RN
• Critical Illnessand Rehab Night Shift
• 3x12s

Location:

Atlanta, GA

JOB-SPECIFICDUTIES/COMPETENCIES

Performs a nursing assessment on all patientswithin 8 hours of admission. The data collected forms the basis ofan individualized plan of care. Identifies teaching needs and goalsrelated to the diagnosis of each patient from the nursing admissionassessment and by collaborating with patient/family and theInterdisciplinary team. Provides patient information and status ina timely manner for the Initial Team Conference and forRe-evaluation Team Conferences on a weekly basis. Responsible andaccountable for accurate, succinct and timely documentation of allassessments, interventions and patient’s response in the medicalrecord in accordance with policy. Participates in the patientrehabilitation program on an assigned unit. Is responsible andaccountable for direct patient care by utilizing the nursingprocess of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patientcare with a priority on the education of thepatient/family/significant other based on the health care needsidentified. Uses a positive and encouraging approach to achievepatient goals and quality outcomes. Initiates discharge planning onall patients from the day of admission. Initiates patient teachingin anticipation of the discharge date. Communicates all pertinentinformation regarding changes in patient’s status from one careprovider to another, to support continuity of care and patientsafety. This includes the attending physician and the Charge Nurse.

Seeks consultation from more senior nursing staff in support ofcomplex clinical decision-making. Provides direction, training andsupervision of ancillary nursing personnel by utilizing problemsolving techniques in decision making, organizing, settingpriorities and using time effectively. Delegates appropriately.

Provides for and assures personal and environmental safety inaccordance with hospital and nursing policies and procedures.

Positively contributes to the functioning of the unit by providingcalm direction and reassurance to ancillary staff, otherdepartments, patients and families. Participates in team buildingactivities on the unit to create a positive and efficient workenvironment. Maintains communication with manager and seniornursing staff related to service needs such as necessary supplies,equipment (including repairs) and clinical training in order toeffectively complete assigned duties. Provides care in a costeffective manner while promoting quality patient outcomes, monitorssupplies and charges. Assumes charge responsibility followingorientation period as requested. Identifies and initiates ownprofessional growth, actively pursuing professional developmentthrough continuing education and self study. Prioritizes activitiesand plans for effective use of time and staff in meeting patientneeds. Performs other duties as requested. AdditionalQualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSNpreferred.
• Charge Nurse Experience Required
• ACLS Required Priorto First Shift (CIRH ONLY)
• BLS Certification Required Prior toFirst Shift
• Minimum Two (2) Years Bedside Clinical ExperienceRequired Nucleus Healthcare Job ID 3640.

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