Charge Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry 1 at Piedmont Augusta Hospital summary:
As a Charge Nurse in Cardiac Telemetry, responsible for coordinating quality nursing care for patients throughout their lifecycle while managing operational issues during shifts. Provides necessary clinical care based on patient census and communicates effectively with leadership regarding patient care and staff concerns. Requires a nursing degree, a valid Registered Nurse license, and at least one year of hospital nursing experience, with additional qualifications preferred.
Description:
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Coordinates the delivery of quality nursing care for patients from birth through the lifecycle, as well as operational issues during his/her shift. Provides clinical care as needed when census demands. Communicates patient care, departmental issues, and staff concerns to the appropriate leader(s). Serves as resource for guidance and assistance to the staff.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:Graduate of a nursing program.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting required.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Two or more years of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred. Bachelor's degree preferred. Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable. Demonstrated clinical competency.
Keywords:
Charge Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry, nursing care, hospital nursing, patient care, Registered Nurse, BLS certification, clinical competency, healthcare
