Charge RN-Weekend; Non-Exempt

Position Details

The Charge Nurse works under the supervision of the Director and Clinical Manager, and is responsible for the delivery of efficient, safe patient care through the use of the nursing process, hospital policies and procedures.

Other responsibilities include:

• Direct nursing service activities in the department
• Delegate responsibilities to auxiliary and staff nurses
• Supervise preparation and maintenance of patient clinical records
• Assist with reports on staff performance and services rendered
• Assist with bed assignments and various problems as they arise
• Maintain preset inventory standards for solutions, supplies, medicines, equipment, and track narcotics and medications

• Education:
  
  Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN)
• Licensure:
  Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements
• Physical requirements/demands:
  • Push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Prolonged standing and walking each shift
  • Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties
• Experience:
  
  (None specified)
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
  • One or more of the following may be required based on the position/unit hired or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:
    • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
    • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
    • ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
    • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
    • CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
    • OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
    • BLS (Basic Life Support)
    • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
    • PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
    • S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
    • C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
    • Other unit specific certifications as required

• Preferred Education:
  
  (None specified)
• Preferred Licensure: (None specified)
• Preferred Experience:
  
  (None specified)
• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  (None specified)
• Preferred Other: (None specified)

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.