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Valley Health System
Nursing Supervisor - Medical Surgical - Full time - Nights
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What they do
A Charge Nurse supervises and supports a nursing staff, while also treating a limited number of patients. Evaluates other nurses and acts as an educational resource for nurses. Provides guidance on administering care to new patients or those with special needs and answers questions regarding protocol. Directs admission, discharge and general flow of patients.
$81,909 / year median in Virginia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Department
MEDICAL/SURGICAL - 306020
Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Pay Range $39.37 - $57.48 Job Description This position is accountable for oversight of patient care delivery whenever the Nursing Directors are not in the hospital. This RN makes rounds to the nursing units, collaborates with staff to solve clinical and staffing issues, addresses and documents practice variations and staff non-compliance to HR policies. Nursing metrics are assessed and staff coached/mentored to improve outcomes when deficits are identified. This RN also serves as a patient advocate, communicates with support departments as appropriate to resolve issues. Following the chain of command, communicates appropriate issues to AOC, Nursing Leadership, and Ancillary Departments. Education Bachelors Nursing Required or BSN completed within 5 years of hire. Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Experience 5 Years Acute care, critical care, ED nursing experience preferred; with 2 Years Demonstrated in leadership responsibilities preferred. Certification & Licensures RN Nursing License required- BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required
- New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
- Based on primary state of residency and in accordance with current Virginia Board of Nursing Regulations, must be licensed or eligible to practice pending licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia with either a: Multi-state license, under the Nurse Licensure Compact OR Single-state license, valid in Virginia only.
- New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.