<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
ABOUT US:
 
We aim to provide our patients with the best healthcare experience through innovation, professionalism, and compassionate care. Our physicians and staff share our passion for patient-centric care and are knowledgeable, skilled, and empathetic to our patients’ needs. We continuously look for ways to improve our patients' experience through data analytics, patient surveys, and feedback. Our commitment to patient care also includes investing in our employees through continuing education and training.
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
 The Charge Nurse is responsible for nursing care and managing efficiency of the ambulatory surgery center. Tasks include staff assignments and scheduling, performance evaluation of clinical staff, ensuring patient’s needs are met in all situations, ensuring consistent, high quality of care provided by nursing team. Oversees direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate information to physicians, leadership, patients, family members, and personnel in all departments. May have additional responsibilities as designated by the Clinical Manager including but not limited to: serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits and projects.
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Monitors performance of clinical staff and ensures efficient function of the clinical department per guidance and direction provided by the Clinical Manager.• Staffing responsibilities include but are not limited to: new staff orientation, prepares staff schedule and assignments in accordance with center guidelines, adjust staffing plan as needed.• Collaborates with Clinical Manager to identify staff candidates, participates in interviews, and performance evaluations of nursing team.• Assists with the QAPI Program by inputting data such as log recording and incident report filing, assists with enforcing and monitoring QAPI indicators, coordinates quarterly drills with the Clinical Manager to educate and prepare staff.• Assists with medication distribution by performing daily counts and distribution of narcotics to the CRNA staff; ensures the Narcotics Logs are kept correct and accurate; serves as or delegates role of Pharmacy RN for the center.• Ensures highest level of quality care is provided to all patients.• Patient care responsibilities include but are not limited to: coordinating patient care activities with surgeons and CRNAs to provide continuity of patient care, enforces nursing practice standards and licensing/accreditation rules and regulations to provide quality patient care, responds to emergency situations and maintains competencies.• Ensures adherence to regulatory guidelines.• Works alongside center leadership to implement best practices and ensure safety in the workplace.• Acts as center leader/ point of contact in absence of Clinical Manager.• Uses problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.• Maintains required competencies.• Acts as a patient advocate and maintains privacy and confidentiality of all appropriate information.• Completes all mandatory compliance training.• Other duties as assigned. 
REQUIREMENTS:
 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited school of nursing required; Current registered nurse licensure in State of employment is required; BLS / ACLS / PALS Certi?ed is required; CPAN, CAPA, and / or CNOR, preferred; Minimum of 3 years of perioperative nursing experience in an ambulatory surgery center setting; Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
 • Patient Experience—Understanding and anticipating the patient’s needs, actively striving to exceed our patient's expectations, and providing ongoing education and communication. 
Proactive—Keep others informed. Ask for help when needed and bring any challenges or concerns to leadership.
• Analytical mind- capable of out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems.
• Professionalism- Displaying cautious, helpful, and ethical behavior. Maintaining composure even under challenging circumstances.
• Excellent Communication Skills, both written and verbal. Focus on becoming an active listener to understand the needs of co- workers and patients better.
• Drive for Results—Strives to improve the patient experience by committing to continuous improvement and going above and beyond optimal outcomes.
• Focus on Efficiency – Utilizes technology, innovation, and process improvements to improve efficiency and effectiveness continuously.
• Teamwork- Participates as a team member and establishes strong working relationships with teammates and the organization.
• Celebrates Change- Receptive to new ideas and responds to changes with flexibility and optimism.
• Forward-thinking attitude—Consider how your actions and behavior influence or affect others and how this will impact your future growth in the company.
• Continues Learning and Improvement- Acknowledges own strengths and development needs and works to strengthen capabilities.
 OWNERSHIP SKILLS:
 • Help foster a positive workplace environment that encourages accountability, collaboration, and transparency
.• Self-awareness: understanding your learning style and personality traits. Focus on your strengths rather than your weaknesses.
• Pride in one’s work by asking questions when needed, providing feedback, and completing job tasks promptly.
• Aligning job responsibilities and projects with the company’s goal and mission.
• Pro-active measures in daily work that anticipate problems and develop solutions.
• Ask for clarification when needed. Work in an organized and structured environment to minimize stress during busy workdays.
• Confidence in expressing ideas and solutions during meetings or projects. Openness to other employees’ opinions and feedback.
• Establish performance goals and align personal interests and career aspirations with new tasks and responsibilities.
• Offer solutions to problems rather than presenting issues.
• Ask for constructive feedback regarding job performance.
• Share responsibility for actively maintaining "workload items" for clinical and support buckets.
 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:
 • Exerting up to twenty-?ve pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or ?ngers.
• Have close visual acuity to perform an activity, including viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, interpretation, etc.
• Must possess the physical, mental, and cognitive skills to complete essential tasks, including learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for comprehension, problem-solving, and timely decision-making.
• Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods.
 COGNITIVE REQUIREMENT:
 • Execute tasks independently.
• Learn and memorize tasks.
• Maintains concentration/focus on tasks.
• Perform tasks in a demanding environment requiring multi-tasking and prioritizing work.
• Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily.
 BENEFITS &amp; PERKS:
 Generous PTO allowance 
Holiday Pay
Health, Dental &amp; Vision 
Life Insurance
Short-term disability Long-term disability
401k with discretionary match 
Uniform Allowance (clinic only) 
Professional Development
 We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. 
Requirements:

Charge Nurse

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
ABOUT US:
We aim to provide our patients with the best healthcare experience through innovation, 
professionalism, and compassionate care. Our physicians and staff share our passion for 
patient-centric care and are knowledgeable, skilled, and empathetic to our patients’ needs. We 
continuously look for ways to improve our patients' experience through data analytics, patient 
surveys, and feedback. Our commitment to patient care also includes investing in our employees 
through continuing education and training.
POSITION SUMMARY:
 
The Charge Nurse is responsible for nursing care and managing efficiency of the ambulatory surgery 
center. Tasks include staff assignments and scheduling, performance evaluation of clinical staff, 
ensuring patient’s needs are met in all situations, ensuring consistent, high quality of care 
provided by nursing team. Oversees direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate 
information to physicians, leadership, patients, family members, and personnel in all departments. 
May have additional responsibilities as designated by the Clinical Manager including but not 
limited to: serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits and projects.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Monitors performance of clinical staff and ensures efficient function of the clinical department per guidance and direction provided by the Clinical Manager.• Staffing responsibilities include but are not limited to: new staff orientation, prepares staff schedule and assignments in accordance with center guidelines, adjust staffing plan as needed.• Collaborates with Clinical Manager to identify staff candidates, participates in interviews, and performance evaluations of nursing team.• Assists with the QAPI Program by inputting data such as log recording and incident report filing, assists with enforcing and monitoring QAPI indicators, coordinates quarterly drills with the Clinical Manager to educate and prepare staff.• Assists with medication distribution by performing daily counts and distribution of narcotics to the CRNA staff; ensures the Narcotics Logs are kept correct and accurate; serves as or delegates role of Pharmacy RN for the center.• Ensures highest level of quality care is provided to all patients.• Patient care responsibilities include but are not limited to: coordinating patient care activities with surgeons and CRNAs to provide continuity of patient care, enforces nursing practice standards and licensing/accreditation rules and regulations to provide quality patient care, responds to emergency situations and maintains competencies.• Ensures adherence to regulatory guidelines.• Works alongside center leadership to implement best practices and ensure safety in the workplace.• Acts as center leader/ point of contact in absence of Clinical Manager.• Uses problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.• Maintains required competencies.• Acts as a patient advocate and maintains privacy and confidentiality of all appropriate information.• Completes all mandatory compliance training.• Other duties as assigned.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited 
school of nursing required; Current registered nurse licensure in State of employment is required; 
BLS / ACLS / PALS Certi?ed is required; CPAN, CAPA, and / or CNOR, preferred; Minimum of 3 years of 
perioperative nursing experience in an ambulatory surgery center setting; Knowledge of regulatory 
and accreditation standards.
 
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
 
• Patient Experience—Understanding and anticipating the patient’s needs, actively striving to 
 exceed our patient's expectations, and providing ongoing education and communication.
 Proactive—Keep others informed. Ask for help when needed and bring any challenges or concerns to 
 leadership.
• Analytical mind- capable of out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems.
• Professionalism- Displaying cautious, helpful, and ethical behavior. Maintaining composure even 
 under challenging circumstances.
• Excellent Communication Skills, both written and verbal. Focus on becoming an active listener to 
 understand the needs of co-workers and patients better.
• Drive for Results—Strives to improve the patient experience by committing to continuous 
 improvement and going above and beyond optimal outcomes.
• Focus on Efficiency – Utilizes technology, innovation, and process improvements to improve 
 efficiency and effectiveness continuously.
• Teamwork- Participates as a team member and establishes strong working relationships with 
 teammates and the organization.
• Celebrates Change- Receptive to new ideas and responds to changes with flexibility and 
 optimism.
• Forward-thinking attitude—Consider how your actions and behavior influence or affect others and 
 how this will impact your future growth in the company.
• Continues Learning and Improvement- Acknowledges own strengths and development needs and works 
 to strengthen capabilities.
 
OWNERSHIP SKILLS:
 
• Help foster a positive workplace environment that encourages accountability, collaboration, and 
 transparency.
• Self-awareness: understanding your learning style and personality traits. Focus on your 
 strengths rather than your weaknesses.
• Pride in one’s work by asking questions when needed, providing feedback, and completing job 
 tasks promptly.
• Aligning job responsibilities and projects with the company’s goal and mission.
• Pro-active measures in daily work that anticipate problems and develop solutions.
• Ask for clarification when needed. Work in an organized and structured environment to minimize 
 stress during busy workdays.
• Confidence in expressing ideas and solutions during meetings or projects. Openness to other 
 employees’ opinions and feedback.
• Establish performance goals and align personal interests and career aspirations with new tasks 
 and responsibilities.
• Offer solutions to problems rather than presenting issues.
• Ask for constructive feedback regarding job performance.
• Share responsibility for actively maintaining "workload items" for clinical and support 
 buckets.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:
 
• Exerting up to twenty-?ve pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount frequently or 
 constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or ?ngers.
• Have close visual acuity to perform an activity, including viewing a computer terminal, 
 extensive reading, interpretation, etc.
• Must possess the physical, mental, and cognitive skills to complete essential tasks, including 
 learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for comprehension, 
 problem-solving, and timely decision-making.
• Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods.
 
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENT:
 
• Execute tasks independently.
• Learn and memorize tasks.
• Maintains concentration/focus on tasks.
• Perform tasks in a demanding environment requiring multi-tasking and prioritizing work.
• Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily.
 
BENEFITS &amp; PERKS:
 
Generous PTO allowance 
Holiday Pay
Health, Dental &amp; Vision
 Life Insurance
Short-term disability 
Long-term disability
401k with discretionary match 
Uniform Allowance (clinic only) 
Professional Development
 
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for 
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
 
Requirements:

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
This supervisory position provides administrative support in the absence of site manager and requires strong organizational skills, leadership ability and clinical nursing knowledge. Works collaboratively with providers and health care staff to provide comprehensive patient care and promotion of patient health across the life cycle. Works with other healthcare facilities and social agencies to provide continuity of care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
A. Nursing Services
<ol>
<li>Assess immediate and long-term physical, mental and social health care needs of individuals and families.</li>
<li>Incorporate age appropriate principles and consider cultural and linguistic needs of patients and families to develop a plan of nursing care.</li>
<li>Work with individual and/or family to arrange follow-up care and provide patient education.</li>
<li>Provide support to individuals and families during periods of wellness and injuries, incorporating as appropriate the medical plan of care. </li>
</ol>
Initiate action by direct contact, by telephone, or referral, according to approved guidelines
B. Managed Care
<ol>
<li>Coordinate referrals by obtaining any required authorization from Health Insurance Companies. Book appointments if required and inform patients as necessary. Follow up with results and DNKAs. Maintain logs as required (Pap, Mammogram and ultrasound logs).</li>
<li>Work with Health Center Staff to coordinate and track referrals and improve process.</li>
</ol>
C. Coordinated Care/Patient Centered Medical Care Management
<ol>
<li>Works with all members of the Health Care Team towards achieving coordinated patient centered care. </li>
<li>Demonstrates knowledge of the goals and objectives of PCHC’s patient care management plan. </li>
<li>Effectively able to perform and communicate individual task within role in the process.</li>
</ol>
D. Quality Improvement/Risk Management
<ol>
<li>Maintain and review records and reports essential to patient care and effective functioning of the program and take any necessary steps toward these goals.</li>
<li>Review new policies and procedures. Ensure ancillary staff follows guidelines.</li>
</ol>
E. Clinic Leadership Responsibilities
<ol>
<li>Provide guidance and ongoing assistance to ancillary health care staff.</li>
<li>Identify training requirements for staff and participate in implementation of training activities.</li>
<li>Provide input to supervisory staff in annual evaluation of ancillary staff.</li>
<li>Precept collegiate nursing students.</li>
</ol>
F. Charge Nurse Responsibilities
<ol>
<li>Organize and submit staff payroll.</li>
<li>Assist with computer, printer, fax and copying machine issues.</li>
<li>Coordinate facility care.</li>
<li>Monitor employee schedules and attendance ensuring standard hour compliance.</li>
<li>Organize daily staffing schedule changes.</li>
<li>Oversee HCA and RN training and development including performance issues.</li>
<li>Facilitate practice growth.</li>
</ol>
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 
Associates and/or Bachelors Degree in Nursing from accredited school of nursing or college required. Current RI RN License required. Minimum of three-years of nursing experience in hospital, public health or community health required. Previous supervisory experience in charge nurse role preferred. 
 PCHC is EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Department
Nursing Services
Reports to
Director of Nursing, Unit Nurse Manager
Reporting to this position
Certified Nursing Assistants, Medication Technician/Aide, Restorative Aide
Job Classification
Department Staff
Position Purpose
Provides direct nursing care to the residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities performed by the certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures. 
*** Sign-on bonus $2000 ***
 
Benefits: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama Insurance, Aflac Insurance, Simple IRA Retirement Plan
Schedule: Full Time Hours
Shift: 8 hours
 
Required Qualifications
<ul>
<li>A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.</li>
<li>Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required.</li>
<li>Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in practicing state.</li>
<li>Current CPR certification.</li>
</ul>
Major Duties and Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Directs the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures. </li>
<li>Ensures that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned. </li>
<li>Participates in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.</li>
<li>Observes for changes in residents' status, notifying the physician and resident's family or representative and documenting accordingly.</li>
<li>Transcribes physician orders to medical record and carries out orders as written.</li>
<li>Prepares and administers medications as per physicians' orders and observes for adverse effects.</li>
<li>Performs wound treatments as per physicians' orders, observes for changes and documents accordingly.</li>
<li>Schedules follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.</li>
<li>Provides nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.</li>
<li>Provides direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures. </li>
<li>Performs rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties. </li>
<li>Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents' needs are holistically met. </li>
<li>Informs appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and files grievances as necessary.</li>
<li>Reports any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor, unit manager, assistant director or nursing or director of nursing and participates in the investigative process as needed.</li>
<li>Participates in end of life care as required.</li>
<li>Ensures that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of needs.</li>
<li>Initiates, reviews and updates care plans as required.</li>
<li>Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.</li>
<li>Participates in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.</li>
</ul>
Additional Tasks
<ul>
<li>Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents' rights.</li>
<li>Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.</li>
<li>Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.</li>
<li>Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.</li>
<li>Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.</li>
<li>Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations. </li>
<li>Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. </li>
<li>Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan.</li>
<li>Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.</li>
<li>Follows established infection control policies and procedures.</li>
<li>As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.</li>
</ul>
Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
<ul>
<li>Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.</li>
<li>Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.</li>
<li>Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.</li>
<li>Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.</li>
<li>Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff. </li>
<li>Must be able to relay information concerning a resident's condition.</li>
<li>Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.</li>
<li>Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.</li>
<li>Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.</li>
<li>Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.</li>
<li>Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.</li>
<li>May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.</li>
<li>Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.</li>
<li>May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.</li>
<li>Must possess leadership, supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.</li>
<li>Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.</li>
<li>Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.</li>
<li>Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.</li>
<li>Works at nursing station and throughout the facility.</li>
<li>Subject to frequent interruptions.</li>
<li>May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends, holidays when necessary.</li>
</ul>
 Job Posted by ApplicantPro

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
Position Overview:
The Charge Nurse will oversee nursing staff and coordinate client care in a residential setting. This role involves managing patient assessments, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing clinical guidance to the nursing team. The Charge Nurse will work closely with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure each client receives individualized and comprehensive care.
 
 
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Client Care: Oversee and manage the care of clients undergoing detoxification, ensuring appropriate treatment protocols are followed.</li>
<li>Nursing Team Supervision: Lead and support nursing staff in the delivery of care. Ensure proper staffing levels and provide training and development opportunities for team members.</li>
<li>Clinical Monitoring: Perform patient assessments, administer medications as prescribed, and monitor patients’ physical and mental health throughout the detox process.</li>
<li>Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.</li>
<li>Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in client records. Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and facility policies.</li>
<li>Emergency Response: Respond to emergencies and adverse reactions, providing timely interventions and ensuring client safety.</li>
<li>Performance Improvement: Must be familiar with the implementation and design of performance improvement for staff.</li>
</ul>
 
 
 
Requirements:
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Education: Registered Nurse (RN) with an active state license.</li>
<li>Experience: Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role. Experience in addiction treatment, detoxification, or behavioral health is preferred.</li>
<li>Joint Commissions Standards: Familiarity and understanding of Joint Commissions standards.</li>
<li>Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required; ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification preferred.</li>
</ul>
 
Skills:
<ul>
<li>Strong leadership and communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations.</li>
<li>Knowledge of detox protocols, substance use disorders, and psychiatric nursing.</li>
<li>Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.</li>
</ul>

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
 
Position: Charge Nurse
Department: Comfort Care Nursing Center
Shift: Varied
Reports to: Nursing Supervisor
Created: 4/7/2025
Job Summary
The Charge Nurse is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the emergency department, ensuring quality patient care is delivered in a supportive and professional environment. This position combines clinical nursing responsibilities with leadership, mentorship, and administrative oversight. The Charge Nurse utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care and supports the team in delivering exceptional, restorative, and supportive health care.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Supervision
<ul>
<li>Provide leadership to ensure effective patient care delivery.</li>
<li>Supervise and mentor nursing staff, offering guidance and direction during shifts.</li>
<li>Assign tasks and patient loads based on acuity and staff competency.</li>
<li>Evaluate staff performance and provide constructive feedback to nursing leadership.</li>
<li>Conduct documentation reviews and participate in staff performance evaluations.</li>
<li>Manage daily administrative duties including schedules and assignments.</li>
<li>Mentor and train new hires, identifying and supporting staff as preceptors.</li>
<li>Address conflicts and resolve issues among staff and patients, including de-escalation.</li>
<li>Foster collaboration and communication across healthcare teams.</li>
<li>Promote a safe and supportive team environment.</li>
<li>Adjust personal work schedule to meet staffing needs when necessary.</li>
<li>Maintain professional knowledge and uphold confidentiality standards.</li>
<li>Adapt to change and manage workflow effectively.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and standards of care.</li>
<li>Stay current on patient documentation requirements.</li>
<li>Assist with direct patient care and department needs as necessary.</li>
</ul>
Patient Care and Management
<ul>
<li>Regularly monitor patient conditions and implement appropriate interventions.</li>
<li>Provide education and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers.</li>
<li>Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges for safe care transitions.</li>
<li>Ensure care for boarded patients aligns with their admission status.</li>
<li>Monitor and document incoming transfers from other facilities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with physicians and external facilities for transfers and discharges.</li>
<li>Communicate with nursing supervisor about bed flow and census surges.</li>
<li>Follow up with patients regarding medication changes and care needs.</li>
<li>Process provider orders from message pool.</li>
<li>Respond to emergencies and initiate necessary support measures.</li>
<li>Coordinate with EMS, law enforcement, and agencies during emergencies.</li>
<li>Lead patient flow and resource management during disasters (MCEs/MCIs).</li>
</ul>
Other Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Ensure availability and functionality of emergency equipment (crash cart, emergency box, cord checks).</li>
<li>Monitor supply levels and report equipment needs to supervisors.</li>
<li>Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.</li>
<li>Maintain a clean, safe, and organized emergency department environment.</li>
<li>Communicate clearly and effectively with staff, providers, departments, patients, and families.</li>
</ul>
QualificationsEducation, Experience, and Licensing
<ul>
<li>Registered Nurse with a current license issued by the Mississippi Board of Nursing.</li>
<li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.</li>
</ul>
 
 PRN Days/Nights

CHARGE NURSE

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Overview
Join a Team That Changes Lives
For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.
Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.
At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:
<ul>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off</li>
<li>Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages</li>
<li>Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay</li>
<li>Paid On-the-Job Training</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth</li>
<li>Flexible Schedules</li>
<li>Retirement Savings Plan</li>
</ul>
Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.
 
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY: The Campus Charge Nurse is a registered nurse who coordinates the activities of unit nurses throughout the campus during the assigned shift through communication, assessment/triage, and emergency back-up and ensures the delivery of appropriate medical care to our individuals and the timely management of emergency situations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Reviews the Charge Nurse (CN) Reports from the prior 24 hours when arriving for the assigned shift to prepare for taking over responsibilities for the upcoming shift to ensure continuity of care</li>
<li>Maintains an ongoing written report (Charge Nurse Report) related to any medical concerns that occurred throughout the shift and is shared with the Administrative team as well as with the incoming charge nurses</li>
<li>Maintains an open line of communication with campus staff nurses, Health Care Coordinators, Director of Nursing PA-IDD ICF Campus, Director of Nursing -- Behavioral Health &amp; Campus Activities, physicians, and program management as it relates to any medical issues (i.e., falls, elevated blood sugars, and seizure activity)</li>
<li>Responds in person to all medical emergencies (911 / "Dial 6") on the Elwyn Media campus, including Natale Media and Adult Residential Behavioral Health Services (ARBHS) homes; assists staff with tasks needed during the medical emergency (i.e., completion of emergency packet, phone call to emergency department to provide formal clinical report).
<ul>
<li>If the CN has an assignment and is unable to be present at the "Dial 6," she/he will attempt support via phone or two way radio to assure that the unit nurse / program staff have compiled a complete emergency packet (as necessary), along with having completed all other tasks associated with a "Dial 6."</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>In the event that an individual is transported to the Emergency Department for evaluation or hospitalization, assists the unit nurse / program staff in coordinating this transfer by assuring that all necessary transfer and informational forms accompany the individual. Ensures that proper communications are made by program staff and/or the assigned program nurse as appropriate to the family and agencies of the transfer and illness/injuries</li>
<li>Ensures that contacts is made with the pharmacy for medications as needed to ensure medication compliance</li>
<li>In the absence of the Health Care Coordinators (HCC), obtains necessary supplies and equipment from pharmacy and external providers/vendors. Processes paperwork through the appropriate channels at the departmental level for these acquisitions</li>
<li>Monitors the inventory of the Stat Safe machine which contains back-up medication and works directly with pharmacy to ensure adequate medication back up supply</li>
<li>Ensures the count of centralized controlled medications at the beginning and the end of each shift</li>
<li>In the event of an individual's death, ensures the notification of the family and other pertinent personnel as identified in Elwyn's policy on Notification of Death</li>
<li>Assists physicians outside normal business hours with evaluations and treatments as needed during weekly onsite visits or appointments</li>
<li>In the event that there is a shortage of nurses, covers a unit to assure that proper staffing levels are maintained</li>
<li>Communicates by two-way radio with the Switchboard Operator and Security personnel to relay information regarding assistance needed for medical emergencies; keeps the Nurse Administrator-on-Call informed of any medical emergencies or concerns (i.e., acute changes in individual's physical, physiological, or mental status and/or medical emergencies requiring hospital admission); ensures that such issues are documented in the written Charge Nurse Report</li>
<li>In the event that an individual returns from a medical appointment or a hospitalization with a change in diet, ensures that this change in diet is implemented and all staff caring for the individual are aware of the change; ensures that the "Diet Order Process for Campus Outside of Regular Business Hours Checklist" is completed</li>
<li>Ensures that adequate nurse staffing levels are maintained at all times; receives call-outs and reviews schedule for the next shift and makes the necessary phone calls to obtain additional nursing coverage; contacts either PRN Elwyn staff or Agency staff; manages vacancies in the absence of the Staffing Coordinator</li>
<li>Assists with evacuations and other campus-wide emergencies in accordance with Elwyn's Corporate Emergency Response Plan (CERP)</li>
<li>In consultation with the Director or Nursing PA-IDD ICF Campus, Director of Nursing -- Behavioral Health &amp; Campus Activities, or the Nursing Administrator-on-Call, may mandate nursing staff to work overtime when additional nursing coverage is needed</li>
<li>Posts nursing unit assignments on-line for the oncoming shift and makes the necessary adjustments based on the skill set and experience of the nurses working.</li>
<li>Assists with the reconciliation of campus nursing time keeping in the absence of the Staffing Coordinator</li>
<li>Drives campus vehicle and ensures adequate supply of gas, basic cleanliness, restocking of supplies and reporting of any problems with functioning of the car as soon as possible</li>
<li>Serves on committees when deemed necessary by the Director of Nursing PA-IDD ICF Campus or Director of Nursing -- Behavioral Health &amp; Campus Activities</li>
<li>Provides input into policies and procedures impacting campus-wide nursing operations</li>
<li>Completes chart audits, clinical observations, and medication room checks as instructed by the Director of Nursing PA-IDD ICF Campus or Director of Nursing -- Behavioral Health &amp; Campus Activities</li>
<li>Provides program on-site training to other nurses/staff as directed by the Director of Nursing PA-IDD ICF Campus or Director of Nursing -- Behavioral Health &amp; Campus Activities; follows-up on nursing training received as needed to ensure proper procedures are being followed</li>
<li>Makes rounds on the units, including Natale Media, to monitor and support unit nurses to ensure that each individual's health needs are being met; serves as a resource person and provides direction as needed</li>
<li>Makes rounds on any unit that is staffed by a newly hired Elwyn Nurse or a newly assigned agency nurse within the first (2) hours of the shift</li>
<li>Provides orientation for any newly hired or assigned nurses at the request of the HCC or the Director</li>
<li>Provides supervision of assigned nursing staff: this includes but is not limited to, recruitment, selection, leadership, coaching, training, performance management, promotion, discipline and termination</li>
<li>Oversees unit nurses to ensure that they maintain a clean and organized work environment consistent with accepted infection control standards</li>
<li>Assesses inventory levels for medical/nursing supplies in the Nursing Sign-in-Room, Charge Nurse vehicle, and units on a regular basis; orders replacement supplies as needed.</li>
<li>Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), crisis intervention and medication administration using agency-trained protocols</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania</li>
<li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred</li>
<li>Three (3) years of management/supervisory experience in a nursing setting</li>
<li>Two (2) years of experience with the Intellectual Developmental Disabilities/Autism Spectrum Disorder population preferred</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing demands</li>
<li>Demonstrated strong attention to detail</li>
<li>Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to anticipate operational/clinical changes needed in the future or to identify specific problem areas and take effective action to course correct</li>
<li>Provides proper notification and advanced notice of absences or tardiness</li>
<li>Demonstrates flexibility with schedule and willingness to adjust personal schedule to meet the needs of both the larger department and the individuals served</li>
<li>Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols</li>
<li>Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint</li>
<li>Experience using Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred</li>
<li>Must possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record</li>
</ul>

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Five Counties nursing home in Lemmon South Dakota is looking for caring and compassionate people to join our team. We are hiring part-time and full-time employees for LPN and RN positions. At our facility, we take care of people who can no longer take care of themselves.
We offer competitive wages, paid time off, and health benefits. 
Five Counties is committed to preserving and improving the quality of health of the people we serve by meeting the needs of the whole person.
At Five Counties, we value: integrity, excellence, compassion, respect, stewardship, teamwork,
and personal growth. These values provide a standard of accountability that propel us forward in
all our interactions.
Please apply if you feel you would be a good fit at our facility. Background checks are required when applying for positions at Five Counties Nursing Home.
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