Charge Nurse Job at PrismHR, Goodlettsville, TN

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  • PrismHR
  • Goodlettsville, TN

Job Description

Charge Nurse - HealthCare Industry

Location: Alta Heights Post Acute AHP01, 813 South Dickerson Rd, Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Position Summary: Direct the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Unit in accordance with current standards governing long-term care facilities, ensuring the highest degree of quality care for residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing nursing services.
  • Develop and update policies and procedures for the nursing service department.
  • Resolve issues related to resident/patient care, including family concerns.
  • Ensure reference materials at nurses' stations are current.
  • Maintain the Nursing Service Procedures Manual.
  • Participate in the facility's quality assurance program.
  • Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms and reports.
  • Make nursing diagnoses and assessments.
  • Develop and implement nursing care plans.
  • Review nurses' notes for accuracy and completeness.
  • Authorize the use of restraints when necessary.
  • Provide health education to patients and families.
  • Assist in developing annual in-service training programs.
  • Participate in developing assessments and care plans for residents.
  • Encourage resident and family participation in care plan development.
  • Ensure all personnel are aware of and follow the resident's care plan.
  • Maintain good rapport with all services involved in the care plan.
  • Participate in quality assurance activities.
  • Adhere to scope of practice limitations.
  • Complete required forms and documents.
  • Perform general nursing duties in emergencies or staffing shortages.
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident care information.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to make independent decisions and accept constructive criticism.
  • Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, and the public.
  • Ability to maintain supplies and equipment.
  • Ability to seek out and incorporate new methods and principles.
  • Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Prolonged use of a computer and office equipment.
  • Travel may be required.

Education & Experience:

  • Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
  • Good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintenance of required continuing education/licensing.
  • 1-3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite products; knowledge of PCC preferred.

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