Charge RN - Med / Surg, Ortho, Nights

Job Description

Description :

Department : Med Surg Ortho

Location : Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Schedule : Night Shift 3 12's (7pm - 7am)

Competitive Sign on Bonus offered

Our Ortho Unit is recognized as a comprehensive Stroke Center and a Spine Center of Excellence. Staff will receive specific education related to these designations. The patient population includes ortho and spine surgeries, hip / joint surgeries, stroke, and general medical.

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.