Unit Charge Neuro Melanoma Sarcoma Oncology​/RN

Overview

RN Clinician Charge, Neuro Melanoma Sarcoma Plans, coordinates and directs the daily operations of a specific shift on a clinical unit. Supervises staff and facilitates communication with physicians and internal administrators to provide optimal patient and family-centered care. Is recognized as a change agent and routinely leads efforts to strengthen organizational systems that support the mission, vision, and values of the department.

Adept at creative problem-solving, negotiating conflict, and collaborating with others. Demonstrates insight, judgment, and clinically sound risk-taking. Role models expert communication skills to colleagues through example. Demonstrates foresight regarding the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes based on intuition and experience. Is recognized as an expert clinician and a leader within their area of specialty. Completes employee conference, risk management and unit management reports within specified time frames.

Identifies the need for revision and evaluates the effectiveness of operational forms. Provides and coordinates the resources needed within the unit to provide optimal patient outcomes. Role models time management skills through example. Ensures compliance and adherence with stated policies and procedures for the unit. Remains informed of innovative clinical trends through benchmarking and evidence based practice. Functions as charge nurse.

Role models delegation skills to colleagues and assist them in effective delegation utilizing the Synergy model for care. Considered an expert and is viewed as a formal leader.

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs

primary duties and responsibilities are organized under four categories in original text. The following condensed list reflects the intent:

• Clinical Leadership and Mentorship: mentor other Registered Nurses to the role and functions of Charge Nurse; coordinate team behavior; provide direction to less experienced staff; complete performance reviews; incorporate Synergy model for care in nurse/patient assignments.
• Operational Management and Compliance: evaluate resources and cost containment; coordinate unit staffing; participate in regulatory reviews; assist in administrative activities (budget planning, staffing, communication); assess policy impact on daily operations; support administrative decisions; ensure educational requirement compliance.
• Communication, Conflict Resolution, and Advocacy: promote open communication; act as arbitrator in conflicts; counsel employees as needed; support unit needs; empower and advocate for nurses; address patient and customer concerns; refer unresolved issues as appropriate.
• Quality Improvement and
  
  Education:
  
  drive system improvements; implement innovative patient/family approaches; ensure necessary staff resources; develop educational programs; create leadership-focused in-service; disseminate evidence-based practice.
• Questions management practice as it relates to research. Commitments: meet Clinical Nurse Employee Commitments and PLAN requirements; complete specified lattice and criteria within timelines.

• Minimum
  
  Required:
  • Education:
    
    Graduate of an accredited prelicensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Experience:
    
    2 years of recent nursing experience AND at least 2 years in the area of concentration
  • Lice sure:
    Valid, unencumbered Registered Nurse License (Georgia Board of Nursing)
  • Certification: BLS; ACLS may be required depending on department; additional certifications may be required; for virtual care activities, active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire; existing employees have until next renewal to achieve compact status.
• PLAN: meet Clinical Nurse Employee Commitments; achieve electives/points and contact hours per PLAN; complete UCN/SNM criteria within nine months of promotion or hire (including communication HL C#6488, preceptor training, LEAP course).

• Education:
  
  MSN or DNP

Physical:
Medium-Heavy, lifting up to 75 lbs; carrying up to 35 lbs; standing/walking frequently; occasional sitting; close eye work; environment varies by area; PPE and other safety requirements apply.

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