Weekend Night Shift Charge Nurse *$12,000.00 Sign on Bonus Fri, Sat, Sun. 6p-6a

*CONCORD HEALTH SYSTEMS*

*JOB DESCRIPTION*

*CHARGE NURSE*



*PURPOSE:*
* Facilitates expert multidisciplinary care for the residents by direction, supervision and example
* Acts as a clinical and managerial resource for all nursing units
* Manages the unit on a shift by shift basis taking the responsibility of all aspects of care in conjunction with other nursing personnel
* Cooperates with all other departments that impact the functioning of the unit
* Provides leadership in conjunction with nursing assistants, including participation in standard setting and maintenance of care standards
* Provides intermittent care and may be required to cover vacant positions when necessary
* Participates in education and development of all nursing staff


*JOB DUTIES:*
* Knows and implements facility policies and procedures
* Assures staff are aware of and follows facility policies and procedures
* Actively encourages the assimilation of new information and research within the nursing team
* Assists in the training and orientation of new staff members
* Maintains confidentiality at all times in all matters pertaining to resident and staff issues
* Actively recruits and selects appropriate staff
* Offers regular feedback, guidance and support to staff in accordance with unit policy
* Calls in Certified Nursing Assistants to ensure adequate staffing


*Clinical:*
* Coordinates and manages the delivery of care within the unit
* Ensures the prompt initiation of appropriate treatments per physician’s orders
* Assists with and facilitates information gathering for accurate resident record entries
* Leads the implementation of procedures as provided by the standards of care
* Coordinates the transfer of residents per policy
* Maintains and develops effective communication systems within the unit and across shifts
* Assists with standard setting, protocols and quality assurance programs
* Participates in the process of clinical and record audits


*Management:*
* Manages resources effectively and economically
* Monitors and evaluates the standards of care and facilitates remedial action when necessary
* Assures resident care is delivered in accordance with established policies and protocols
* Assures the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with established procedures and laws
* Maintains effective communication with other departments
* Attends relevant departmental and corporate meetings as requested
* Provides internal shift coverage in the event of unplanned absence
* Assures 24-hour Charge Nurse Coverage is planned, arranged and implemented


*Education and Development:*

*Must hold a current KY license for RN or LPN and have long term care experience*
* Actively facilitates a progressive learning environment for all staff
* Participates in current programs, campaigns and classes
* Conducts and participates in competency testing
* Conducts or participates in performance reviews
* Maintains personal and professional development in accordance with state guidelines
* Knows and implements safe practices
* Participates in all required safety drills, monitors participation of all unit staff

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:
* 12 hour shift



Ability to Commute:
* Madisonville, KY 42431 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Madisonville, KY 42431: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person