Charge RN Ortho FT Days

Job Summary And Responsibilities As our Orthopedics Charge Nurse at CHI Saint Joseph Health, you'll assist a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. Your previous experience in acute care adds tremendous value to our nursing team and every interaction is an opportunity to improve your understanding of a patient's needs, the needs of your nursing team, and the needs of your unit. You'll advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential. Your success in this role comes from being accountable, calm and confident. You're an excellent communicator in 1 : 1 interactions and in front of groups. You’ll be a trusted educator and resource for your team, taking control of situations before they escalate and being comfortable holding tough conversations. Key Responsibilities Include Ability to serve as leader and teammate Ensure your teammates and department are positioned to deliver the best care possible to our patients High level of engagement with the floor- visibly connecting with nurses, patients, and families Mentor team members and share your knowledge and confidence Collaborate with a variety of other healthcare professionals such as social work, care coordination, physical therapy, occupational therapy, lab, respiratory therapy, and imaging Job Requirements Required Education and Experience Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN / ASN) from an accredited school of nursing. Required Licensure And Certifications Current RN license in the State of Kentucky Basic Life Support (BLS) via the American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) via the American Heart Association (AHA) within 3 months of hire PREFERRED Qualifications 2 years RN experience Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Where You'll Work Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky . Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and its awards and recognitions here : Saint Joseph Hospital . Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states. Pay Range $31.50 - $45.68 / hour