Charge Nurse (RN), Emergency Services
Job Type: Full-time | 7p-7a
Sign-on bonus based on eligibility
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a 100-bed, acute care, Joint Commission accredited facility named one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the country five times in the past decade. We strive to deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare in the communities we serve.
Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities sthealthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.
Where We Are:
Nestled along the south banks of the Ohio River in northeastern Kentucky, the picturesque town of Maysville is one of the state's best kept secrets. We are proud to offer amenities of a larger metropolitan area, with the comforts and intimacy of a small city, southern hospitality and progressive leadership have made this city live much larger than its size.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- Advancement opportunities with responsive, supportive leadership
- Continuing education opportunities
- And much more
Position Summary:
The Charge RN provides nursing leadership for the day shift in the Emergency Room.
- 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.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Associate's degree required
- BSN degree preferred
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire
License:
- Registered Nurse licensed to work in the state of Kentucky
- Certification in area of specialty preferred
Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Katelin by emailing Katelin.Wise@lifepointhealth.net
EEOC Statement
"Meadowview Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
