RN Charge - Psychiatric - Etowah

Athens, Tennessee

Employer: Lifepoint Health
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Description

Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of RN - Charge for our GeroPsych Department. This job is permanent, full time.

Benefits Include:

  • $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for qualified applicants
  • Competitive Pay
  • Free onsite parking
  • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants


Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
  • Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.


  • 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.


  • 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.


  • Participates in the unit orientation of new hires.


  • Orients RNs and LPNs ensuring successful integration into practice setting.


Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Associate's degree in Nursing

• Preferred X Required

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• Bachelor's degree

X Preferred • Required

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Required Licenses

[Tennessee, United States] Registered Nurse

RN License in the State of TN or another compact state

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Required Skills

Certifications:

The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:

X Basic Life Support (BLS)
Created: 2024-06-20
Reference: 7412-6540
Country: United States
State: Tennessee
City: Athens

About Lifepoint Health

Founded in: 1999
Number of Employees: 60000

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