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RN / Medical-Surgical Nursing Job in Austin, Texas / Hospital |
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Description Standard Qualifications: With more than 110 sites across Central Texas, St. David's HealthCare includes seven of the area's leading hospitals and is one of the largest health systems in Texas. The organization was recognized with a Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award -the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence-in 2014. St. David's HealthCare is the third-largest private employer in the Austin area, with more than 9,000 employees. JOB SUMMARY The St. David's HealthCare Registered Charge Nurse (CN) supervises Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses and other non-licensed nursing personnel. As a full partner of the healthcare team, the CN collaborates with all other healthcare disciplines to achieve successful execution of the patient's plan-of-care and goals of the department. The CN serves as a professional role-model and interfaces directly with patients, families, physicians and staff. The CN utilizes physical assessment skills and advanced diagnostic technology to aid in the assessment of the patient's nursing care needs. Data collected is analyzed, synthesized and disseminated to other healthcare providers. The CN continues to monitor and assess the patient's physical condition, emotional and social needs, continually refining the plan-of-care to ensure achievement of the desired goals of the patient and facility outcomes. Under the general supervision of the unit's Director, Manager or Nursing Supervisor the CN assumes responsibility for direction and coordination of all functions in the unit on his/her designated shifts. Participates in providing patient specific care standards as directed, and follows service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction. * Some information such as the email and phone number are hidden unless you are registered and logged-in
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