Bon Secours Looking for Charge Nurse (RN)- FT- Days/Evenings-Orthopaedic Specialty Unit at Richmond, Virginia Full Time

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Charge Nurse (RN)- FT- Days/Evenings-Orthopaedic Specialty Unit

Unit Summary:

Orthopaedic Specialty Unit-St. Mary’s Hospital

The Orthopaedic Specialty Unit at St. Mary’s Hospital is a 28-bed unit focused on caring for joint replacement surgery patients. Our Team provides an Orthopaedic specific orientation program supported by a dedicated preceptor and leadership team. The unit has additional resources invested in the success of our nurses. This team includes an Orthopaedic NP, Physical Therapy experts, and Orthopaedic Care Manager. Our Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeons perform about 1400 joint replacement surgeries annually. We have earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for our knee and hip replacement programs annually since 2009. As a Magnet Hospital, St. Mary’s embraces a culture of nursing excellence. We provide continuing education on cutting edge orthopaedic nursing and we are proud to be a member of the NAON and an Orthopaedic Center of Excellence. Apply to learn about our team!

Job Description

The Charge Nurse is a Registered Professional Nurse with responsibility and accountability for unit operational activities. Using the Nursing process and clinical knowledge, this role will coordinate nursing and interprofessional members of the Health Care team to develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in clinical practice and customer satisfaction, while striving for optimal efficiency and productivity of all resources. Adjusts the schedule and patient assignments to accommodate changes in acuity, patient population, resources and care design. Provides supervision of staff, clinical support, and assumes management responsibility for the unit in the absence of the nurse manager/clinical care leader.

Required Minimum Education:

4 year/ Bachelors Degree

Specialty/Major:

Nursing – BSN must be obtained within 2 years of hire into the position

Licensure/Certification Required:

Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school and be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Years and Type of Experience:

Must possess the knowledge of clinical, psychological, and pathophysiological theories related to nursing diagnosis and treatment, nursing policies & procedures, standards, systems, and equipment normally acquired through 18-24 months of experience.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Minimally a Clinical Nurse II in the Professional Nurse Advancement Program or upon hire to the role must submit a portfolio at the next eligible submission date. Must have knowledge of/demonstrate management/leadership theories, teaching skills, and understanding of group dynamics.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Previous work experience in the charge nurse position or supervisory position preferred

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

Department:

Med/Surg Orthopedic Unit (Joints) – St. Mary’s Richmond

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email (url removed). If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at (url removed).