Charge Nurse(RN)- Acute Care- Medical and PulmonaryG4S

Please note that this role is based in Georgia.Generous relocation packages are available. Overview At WellStar,we all share common goals. That's what makes us so successful - andsuch an integral part of our communities. We want the same things,for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. Asthe most integrated healthcare provider in Georgia, this means wepride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. Wecontinue to provide innovative care models, focused on improvingquality and access to healthcare. Responsibilities SignificantSign-On Bonus and Relocation assistance offered for qualifiedexperienced RNs. Come grow with us ! Great opportunity to grow andserve a diverse population of Medical patients in a state of theart unit . Supportive team environment in a culture of care andquality. Fulltime 7a-7p The Charge Nurse (RN) for our Acute CareMed Surg ( variety of population including Pulmonary) isresponsible for directing and overseeing the daily activities ofthe unit on an assigned shift to assure successful safe delivery ofcare. The Charge Nurse is a caregiver and often takes modifiedpatient care assignment. They practice in a clinical environmentthat is administered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and issupported through the WellStar Shared Governance Model. Theframework for practice is steered by the WellStar ProfessionalNursing Practice Model and evidence based practice and research. RNcompetencies are derived from these models and supported by theWellStar Core Competencies. The RN Clinical Charge Nurse is aproactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed andunlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families andsignificant others receive individualized high quality, safepatient care. Expectations of practice include: accountability;responsibility and authority for the practice of nursing; effectiveteamwork; delegation; communication; respect; personal development;and development of team members. The role contributes to theestablishment and maintenance of practices that ensure excellencein patient care, provides for the efficient use of resources, andundertakes leadership task such as staff schedules, unit patientflow, subject matter expertise for clinical concerns, physicianrounding, committee involvement, survey readiness, and other taskas assigned by the manager, which are basic to the department'sability to function in a smooth and effective manner. The RNClinical Charge Nurse is a resource to other areas opportunity tolearn about operational functionality and hospital/facilityawareness. He/she is assists in the growth and development of teammembers in the unit to help build department skills sets and toinspire expertise. This leader brings with him or her ability tobuild rapport between nurses and physicians to continue service tothe patients and is a role model to others. Qualifications RequiredMinimum Education * Graduate of an accredited/approved school ofnursing as and Associate Degree/Diploma Nurse; Baccalaureate degreein nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred.Required Minimum Licensure/Certification * Current/active licenseas a registered nurse in the State of Georgia; * Must have acurrent BLS card from the American Heart Association on the firstday of employment in position. National certification in area ofspecialty preferred. (Dependent on area of Service may requireadditional certification such as ACLS, PALS.) Required MinimumExperience * One year of nursing experience required, two yearspreferred. Experience as relief charge with clinical expertisepreferred. Required Minimum Skills * Ability to read, write andspeak English language, optimize the use of technology to supportclinical care and holds basic computer skills; * Stronginterpersonal skills, critical thinking and decision-making skills.* Works well with others in a collaborative, team-focused, patientcentered way. * Communicates effectively both orally and in writtenform with all levels of internal and external resources. *Analytical skills necessary to solve technical, clinical andmanagerial challenges. Ability to communicate verbally and inwriting. * Sufficient clinical and leadership experience to ensurecompetence and credibility to lead others. Join us for outstandingbenefits and development opportunities. We also offerstate-of-the-art technology, professional support and advancement,and colleagues that rank amongst the best in the country. Step upto your potential. Find out more and apply today!