Charge Nurse PAT - PACU - Full Time - 1st Shift

Job Summary

The RN is a nursing professional care provider under the direction of the director or designee who utilizes the nursing process, nursing standards and physicians orders to plan, provide and direct nursing practice. Accomplishment of nursing practice that includes practice elements as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing and in accordance with the Ephraim McDowell Health nursing professional practice model. Performance that accomplishes patient and family centered care as central to practice and a foundation of caring, compassion, competence, communication, collaboration and teamwork. Responsible to participate in shared nursing leadership to accomplish positive outcomes, education, respect, dignity and safety for the patient and their family. Accountable for leadership of self and others and functions as charge nurse when designated. Exhibits F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service and Trust).

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Works in a well-lit, ventilated and air conditioned area. Long periods in a stationary position and moving around the unit are required. Risks exposure to disease, infection and physical strain. Risks exposure to disease, infection and physical strain. Risks exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

Patient, family members, support person, significant others, physicians, Associates, other healthcare providers, community resource personnel, administrative staff and hospital support services.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

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Minimal four (4) years of clinical expertise preferred. Certification in specialty preferred; recommended within two (2) years.