RN Charge

Position Summary:

Assists the Unit Director with the responsibility and accountability for the management of the unit. Emphasis on independent decision-making related to the nursing process. Demonstrates the ability to provide consistent direction for all nursing personnel in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating nursing activities.

Qualifications:

A. Education:

Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred.

B. Training and Experience:

1. Current BLS Certification that follows the American Heart Association guidelines upon hire or transfer to a department.

2. 18 months full-time experience as an RN preferred. If less than 18 months experience, administrative approval must be obtained.

3. Neonate Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months of hire or transfer to department.

4. EKG within 6 months of hire.

5. Hospital and Nursing orientation within 3 months of hire.

6. NICU competencies within 3 months of hire:
• QS Computerized Charting
• Care of the neonate
• Care of the premature neonate
• Care of the ventilated neonate

VI. Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

A. Ability to perform:

1. Heavy lifting

2. Sustained standing and walking

3. Work under stress

4. Varied work hours and shifts.

B. Exposure to infectious diseases.