Charge RN (ED) NIGHTS

The Emergency Department Charge Nurse oversees clinical functions related to the delivery of patient care, the quality of nursing practice and the standards of care for the assigned shift. Directs patient care activities by assigning staff and functions on the unit based on the Charge RN’s assessment of patient needs and the relative skills and abilities of staff, while maintaining clinical nursing practice skills and unit-specific expertise. 

Performs professional nursing duties that incorporate the psychomotor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other to assess, plan, intervene and advocate for the patient on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. Ensures break relief and provides break relief coverage for the shift. Troubleshoots and resolves issues as they arise. Functions as a role model and clinical resource to staff and patients. Supervises and directs staff RNs, LVNs, and Nursing Assistants in their daily job functions and provides meaningful input for employee counseling, evaluation, scheduling and discipline.  Oversees and coordinates the daily operations of the unit, resolving issues as they occur based on experience and judgment. Demonstrates advanced level of clinical expertise, strong leadership and collaborative skills in dealing with staff and members of the healthcare team. Completes daily assignments for staff based on their assessment of relative staff competencies, and responsibly ensures acuities are complete for all assigned patients. Provides meaningful for RN coaching, training, counseling discipline and performance assessments. Assists with employee hiring decisions, including interviewing and recommending candidates, conducting orientation, and training new employees. 

Active, current, and unencumbered Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California 
Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursin
AHA Basic Life Saving
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
Ability to maintain flexibility and composure in a constantly changing environment
Understanding of patient classification and staffing requirements for the patient population
Demonstrated experience in a leadership role
Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)
One year nursing experience
AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support
1 year of operating room experience as Registered Nurse or completion of approved Perioperative Services training program