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RN / Rehabilitation Nursing Job in Beachwood, Ohio / Hospital |
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Description Job Summary: The Charge RN functions under the supervision of the Nurse Manager. The Charge RN supervises and directs the day-to-day operations of the nursing unit. The Charge RN demonstrates responsibility for the supervision of the nursing staff providing outcome oriented patient care and is accountable for safe care delivered by all team members. The Charge RN is responsible for appropriate daily/nightly assignments related to patient acuity and competency of the nursing staff. Responsibilities : Participates in Continuous Quality and Performance Improvement (CQPI) Assists the DON or Nurse Manager in performance evaluations, budget preparation and identifies educational opportunities for the nursing staff. Works and communicates closely with the Medical Director and physicians to ensure delivery of appropriate nursing rehabilitative care is delivered. Monitors and assists activities of the nursing unit including patient assessments, nursing interventions, patient and family education Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient Demonstrates problem solving and critical thinking skills May have patient care assignments in addition to charge responsibilities Assures appropriate and timely documentation in medical record, including evidence of medical necessity Assures appropriate hand-off communication occurs when patients are transferred to or received from another provider of care Responsible for overseeing completion and revisions of Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient Assures nursing participation in team conferences Works cooperatively and actively participates with other members of the interdisciplinary Complies with regulatory and accreditation standards Maintains ethical practices and HIPAA requirements Assures timely and accurate FIM assessments are performed Makes day/night shift assignment, based on patient acuity and competency of staff Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire, and safety and infection control. Maintains medical staff rules/requirements, as well as regulatory body standards Communicates with nurses regarding new orders and interventions Validates midnight census (night shift) Provide orientation for new staff members Provides a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff and complies with appropriate and approved safety standards. Supervises staff assuring RN, LPN, CNA and others function within the scope of their practice. Maintains ethical practices Supports the leadership of the hospital in a professional manner and acts as a role model Demonstrates an understanding of hospital costs and financial impact as they relate to quality and efficiency of the hospital Identifies supplies and equipment needed to provide safe quality patient care. Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and Joint Commission regulations. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled Wears identification while on duty. Attends departmental in-services and completes annual competencies/education requirements. Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, departments and staff. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Complies with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire, safety, infection control and emergency management. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Experience/Skills Graduate of accredited registered nurse program with current licensure in the state Current Basic Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) preferred Minimum of two years' experience in rehabilitative or acute care setting and/or demonstrates leadership ability Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, evaluate and direct activities of clinical personnel; effective oral and written communication skills, in English with additional languages preferred; proficiency in basic computer skills required. * Some information such as the email and phone number are hidden unless you are registered and logged-in
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