Piedmont Augusta Hospital Charge RN

Description:
This position is FT, Nights, three 12 hour shifts per week from 7 pm - 7 am, including weekends and holidays. SIGN ON BONUS OF $10,000 FOR NIGHT SHIFT EXPERIENCED NURSES.
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.
The renal urology unit is fast-paced, requiring nurses to work quickly, be accountable, and take ownership of patients. 1 to 6 patient to nurse maximum ratio. Charge to RN 1 to 9 nurses maximum ratio.
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.