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Job Description:
About the Unit:
The 5 South Observation Unit will function in support of both our Emergency Department and telemetry units by allowing us to observe low acuity patients to determine if inpatient status is needed.
Job Duties:
The Charge Nurse acts as a shift supervisor and is a key member of the management team. The Charge Nurse provides leadership to staff members and serves as a clinical resource. Additionally, the Charge Nurse communicates and rounds on patients and family members to ensure a high level of patient care and safety. The Charge Nurse is an extension of the Nurse Manager and will work collaboratively to address operational needs such as scheduling, staff development, and clinical competence.
Experience, knowledge, and education:
Active Kentucky RN license
A minimum of two years acute care hospital experience required.
BCLS and ACLS required
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer."EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.
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