The Charge Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse with responsibility and accountability for unit operational activities.
Using the Nursing process and clinical knowledge, this role will coordinate nursing and interprofessional members of the Health Care team.
Develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction.
Striving for optimal efficiency and productivity of all resources.
Adjusts the schedule and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources and care design.
Provides supervision of staff, clinical support, and assumes management responsibility for the unit in the absence of the nurse manager/clinical care leader.

Must possess the knowledge of clinical, psychological, and pathophysiological theories related to nursing diagnosis and treatment
Nursing policies & procedures, standards, systems, and equipment normally acquired through 18-24 months of experience
Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school and be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia
Minimally a Clinical Nurse II in the Professional Nurse Advancement Program or upon hire to the role must submit a portfolio at the next eligible submission date
Must have knowledge of/demonstrate management/leadership theories
Understanding of group dynamics.
Previous work experience in the charge nurse position or supervisory position preferred

Registered Nurse – Labor and Delivery – Charge Nurse

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