Medical ICU Unit Charge Registered Nurse​/RN

Medical ICU Unit Charge Registered Nurse / RN

Join Emory Healthcare as a Medical ICU Unit Charge Registered Nurse / RN. Position is full-time, 36-hour week, Emory University Hospital, 7a-7:30 shift.

Plans, coordinates, and directs daily operations of a specific shift on a clinical unit. Supervises staff, facilitates communication with physicians, and provides optimal patient and family-centered care.

• Mentor other Registered Nurses to the role and functions of Charge Nurse.
• Lead and coordinate team behavior between staff members and foster leadership skills.
• Provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff concerning policies, scheduling, assignments, organizational skills and daily operations.
• Complete performance reviews with Nurse Manager input as appropriate.
• Incorporate Synergy model for care in nurse/patient assignments.
• Evaluate the use of resources and cost containment activities.
• Coordinate unit staffing to meet the needs of the department.
• Actively participate in preparation of regulatory agency reviews.
• Assist in administrative activities such as budget planning and staffing schedules.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, educational requirements, and evidence-based practice.
• Exhibit effective communication, conflict resolution, and advocacy skills.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives and innovative approaches to meet patient needs.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years recent nursing experience and 2 years in area of concentration.
• Licensure:
  Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• Certification: BLS required; ACLS may be required; additional certifications based on department and specialty; active compact/multistate license (eNLC) required within 60 days of hire.
• Preferred: MSN or DNP.

• Comprehensive health benefits starting day 1.
• Student loan repayment assistance & reimbursement programs.
• Family-focused benefits.
• Wellness incentives.
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs.

Medium-Heavy lifting, 36-75 lbs during 0-33% of day; 20-35 lbs during 34-66%; 10-20 lbs during 67-100%. Lifting up to 75 lbs max; carrying objects up to 35 lbs. Occasional to frequent standing & walking. Physical demands may vary. Environmental exposures include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, communicable diseases, shift work, travel required, PPE.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics.

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