Overview
*$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for qualified applicants*
Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Registered Nurse (RN) Charge for our Women’s/Post Surgical Department. This job is permanent, full time.
*Benefits Include:*
* *$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for qualified applicants*
* Competitive Pay
* Free onsite parking
* 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
* Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for 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.
* May 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.
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
*Certifications:The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:*X Basic Life Support (BLS)*The below certifications will be required within 6 months of hire or when transferring into a new department with these certifications:*X Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Required Skills:
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.
Must achieve a passing score of 85% on the Medication Administration Exam
**Job:** **Nursing*
**Organization:** **Starr Regional Medical Center*
**Title:** *RN Charge Womens/Post Surgical*
**Location:** *Tennessee-Athens*
**Requisition ID:** *7412-6310*
