Charge Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry 1 at Piedmont Augusta Hospital summary:

The Charge Nurse - Cardiac Telemetry is responsible for coordinating quality nursing care for patients, communicating effectively with staff and leaders, and providing clinical support as needed. This role requires at least one year of hospital nursing experience and a current Registered Nurse license in Georgia. Additional qualifications include preferred experience, a Bachelor's degree, and advanced certification in a specialty.

Description:
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Coordinates the delivery of quality nursing care for patients from birth through the lifecycle, as well as operational issues during his/her shift. Provides clinical care as needed when census demands. Communicates patient care, departmental issues, and staff concerns to the appropriate leader(s). Serves as resource for guidance and assistance to the staff.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduate of a nursing program.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting required.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Two or more years of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred. Bachelor's degree preferred. Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable. Demonstrated clinical competency.

Keywords:

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