RN Charge – Psychiatric Nights

Competitive Pay

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Training

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistancefor qualified applicants

Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
Provides direct patient care as needed.
Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
Take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
Participates in the unit orientation of new hires.
Orients RNs and LPNs ensuring successful integration into practice setting.

*Minimum Education*
Associate’s degree in Nursing
□ Preferred X Required
Bachelor’s degree
X Preferred □ Required
*Required Licenses*
[Tennessee, United States] Registered Nurse
RN License in the State of TN or another compact state
*Required Skills/Certifications:*
The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:
X Basic Life Support (BLS)
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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**Organization:** **Starr Regional Medical Center*

**Title:** *RN Charge – Psychiatric Nights*

**Location:** *Tennessee-Athens*

**Requisition ID:** *7412-6230*