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Baptist Memorial Health

RN-Head Nurse

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A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.

$72,530 / year median in Tennessee

+9% projected growth

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AI Summary & Insights Summary Insights RN-Head Nurse The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. RN-Head Nurse The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Description Job Summary The Head Nurse is responsible for overseeing patient care, staff management and day to day operations of a specific department or nursing unit. Coordinates and provides care utilizing the critical thinking framework known as the nursing process. The nursing process forms the foundation of the nurse's decision making to help partner with patients/families to attain, maintain and restore health whenever possible. Blends caring, compassion, knowledge and integrity to provide safe quality care that preserves patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Assists manager by providing clinical leadership for nursing employees on an assigned unit to maintain continuity of nursing care in conjunction with the hospital/nursing mission, goals, policies and procedures. Works in collaboration with the Manager/Director/CNO to ensure goal attainment. Responsibilities Interpret, review, and combine diagnostic data relevant to the patient's current condition. Collaborates with nursing leadership and other disciplines to identify opportunities for department improvements and drive change. Intervenes and provides guidance and direction during life threatening situations. Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and expected outcomes. Implements innovative works processes that improve patient outcomes. Participates in clinical leadership activities such as coaching, counseling, mentoring, hiring, firing, yearly performance evaluations, staffing, payroll, and productivity. Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery. Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care. Supports life-long learning. Completes other duties as assigned. Specifications Experience Minimum Required Minimum of 2 years experience on current unit or in like setting/specialty area. Preferred/Desired Education Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Training Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Special Skills Minimum Required Computer literacy Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required RN;
BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
Preferred/Desired ACLS