Charge Nurse- Emergency Department

UNIT SUMMARY

The Emergency Department at Northwest Hospital currently sees over 60,000 patients per year and has 49 beds. The Emergency Department treats major and minor illnesses, typically related to cardiac, stroke and behavioral health. Additionally, staff may provide care for orthopedic injuries or minor trauma. Our rapid care area is designated for minor illnesses. Staff members are outgoing and positive and must utilize strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status and be able to effectively implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides safe, age-appropriate patient care, and functions as advisor, resource and leader for other members of the patient care team.

REQUIREMENTS

Formal working knowledge; equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college); requires knowledge of a specialized field 2 or more years of experience in clinical specialty Nursing Certification of specialty area within 3-5 years of hire 1-3 years of experience Maryland Registered Nurse License American Heart Association BLS Certification