Charge Nurse Emergency Room
On-siteKansas City, Kansas, United States
Job Summary
Act as the primary supervisory figure for ER nursing staff during shifts, ensuring optimal care delivery and efficient patient flow. Assess patient conditions, prioritize needs based on severity, and allocate resources effectively. Mentor nursing staff, resolve conflicts, and provide performance feedback to maintain team cohesion. Serve as a liaison between physicians, nurses, patients, and families to ensure clear communication about treatment plans. Ensure readiness to respond swiftly to medical emergencies and coordinate critical interventions with medical teams. Implement hospital policies, maintain patient safety standards, and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements. Oversee medical supplies and equipment availability, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. Work night shifts from 7:00pm to 7:00am in a fast-paced environment requiring physical stamina.
Required Qualifications
- Current and valid state RN License
- Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
- Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current
- Current PALS (AHA) certificate and/or ENPC required 30 days upon hire and maintain current
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 6 months of hire required
- Minimum of one year as a staff nurse in an acute care hospital setting
- Non OB facilities: NRP (AHA) certificate within 30 days upon hire and maintain current
- Non OB facilities: Advanced or AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring certificate within 30 days upon hire
Desired Qualifications
- Previous supervisory experience, preferred
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) within 2 years of hire, preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Minimum of four hours of CEU in Pediatric Training Classes per year ENPC preferred
- EDAP Certified Facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 & 2 within 30 days of hire
- In Paramedic Base Station ED, MICN, within 12 months of hire
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.