Charge Nurse - Ambulatory Surgical Center
Location
Cherry Hill, NJ | United States
Job description
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About the Organization Since its founding in 1832, Wills Eye has enjoyed a reputation as one of the premier eye facilities in the world. As the first hospital in the United States to be dedicated exclusively to the treatment of eye disorders, and long renowned for excellence in patient care, Wills Eye has ranked consistently as one of the nation's best eye hospitals by U.S. News & World Report since the survey began in 1990.
Wills Eye Hospital's benefits program is both comprehensive and cost-effective. Our employees are offered an array of benefits that include health and dental insurance, vision care, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of wellness benefits. Additional enrollment information and specifics will be provided to prospective employees during their onboarding. Description
Location:
Wills Eye Surgery Center in Cherry Hill
408 Route 70 East
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Primary Function:
- Under the guidance and minimal supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Charge Nurse provides clinical oversight over the Pre-op/PACU units and coordinates day-to-day aspects of nursing care. Additionally, provides necessary coaching,and collaborates with the Nurse management team and Physician staff to facilitate routine clinical operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Coordinates the perioperative nursing care of patients undergoing surgical intervention to provide optimal patient care based on assessment of each patient's individual needs.
- Assigns nursing personnel in a manner that ensures safe and efficient perioperative nursing care as directed.
- Maintains and supports established routines and the Hospital's policies while directing staff activities.
- Manages professional behavior and coaches team members in partnership with HR to address concerns.
- Performs annual and interim (90-day) evaluations of direct reports.
- Takes a primary leadership role in decision making and policy development in conjunction with key stakeholders and nurse management.
- Provides assistance/support to the Director of Nursing and ASC Administrator as needed.
- Procures and manages medical, surgical, and anesthesia supplies in a cost-efficient manner, encouraging economic use of supplies. Assists with vendor relations.
- Relieves staff for breaks and lunches as needed.
- Participates in the orientation of new personnel, acting as an instructor, counselor, and preceptor.
- Interacts and communicates in a professional manner with fellow employees, medical staff and other administrative personnel.
Position Requirements
Qualifications Educational requirements: - BSN required. Masters in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing preferred.
Licensure: - Active NJ State Nursing License required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Required Experience: - 5+ years of nursing experience as an RN in an acute care or hospital setting; progression to leadership roles preferred
- Clear communication skills both written and verbal
- Able to withstand crisis situations
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and compliance standards that pertain to inpatient care
- Ability to deal compassionately, professionally, and courteously with patients, their families, physicians, and fellow staff
Category Nursing Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Nurse Manager Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt Location Wills Eye Surgery Center in Cherry Hill
This position is currently accepting applications.
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