Emergency Room Charge Nurse (RN)
Bonus Options : up to $20,000 (Paid out as stipends every 90 days for two years)
Employment Type : Full Time
Shifts Available : Night Shift
Hours : 7 : 00pm to 7 : 00am
Location : Saint John Hospital - Leavenworth, Kansas
An Emergency Room Charge Nurse (RN) oversees the efficient functioning of the ER, balancing administrative duties with patient care. The Charge Nurse coordinates patient flow, ensuring the right resources are available for patient needs and that priority cases are addressed promptly. This Registered Nurse manages staffing, assigning duties based on skill and patient load while providing guidance and support to the nursing team. An Emergency Room Charge Nurse also consults with doctors and departments to streamline operations and maintain clear communication. Charge nurses manage complex care cases, resolve conflicts, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with healthcare policies, all while fostering a cohesive, efficient team environment that enhances patient care.
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare :
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
Responsibilities
Act as the primary supervisory figure for ER nursing staff during shifts, ensuring optimal care delivery and efficient patient flow.Assess patient conditions, prioritize patient needs based on severity, and allocate resources effectively to provide timely care.Mentor and support nursing staff, providing guidance, conflict resolution, and performance feedback to maintain a cohesive work team.Serve as a liaison between physicians, nurses, patients, and families, ensuring clear communication about treatment plans and patient status.Ensure readiness to respond swiftly to medical emergencies, coordinating with medical teams for critical interventions.Implement hospital policies, maintain patient safety standards, and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.Oversee the availability and proper use of medical supplies and equipment, coordinating with procurement and logistics as necessary.Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care practices and departmental efficiency.Ability to work under pressure and adapt to fast-paced environments.Capability to stand, walk, and perform physically demanding tasks for prolonged periods.Qualifications
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have :
Current and valid state RN LicenseCurrent BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain currentCurrent ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain currentCurrent PALS (AHA) certificate and / or ENPC required 30 days upon hire and maintain currentTrauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 6 months of hire requiredPrevious supervisory experience, preferredMinimum of one year as a staff nurse in an acute care hospital setting, E.D. setting preferredCertified Emergency Nurse (CEN) within 2 years of hire, preferredBachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferredFacility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below) :
In Paramedic Base Station ED, MICN, within 12 months of hireEDAP Certified Facilities : Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 & 2 within 30 days of hireMinimum of 4 hours of CEU in Pediatric Training Classes per year ENPC preferredNon OB facilities : NRP (AHA) certificate within 30 days upon hire and maintain currentNon OB facilities : Advanced or AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certificate within 30 days upon hireEmployment Status
Full Time
Shift
Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.