Charge RN PICU, FT Days (58125)

Supervise and coordinate unit operations/activities on a specific shift to ensure quality patient care and optimal operational efficiency that ensures continuity of care. Maintain authority for resource allocation. Assist Nurse Manager and/or supervisor in the management of patient.

Supervise the work of RNs, and non-licensed members of the nursing staff. Qualifications Work Experience One year of hospital based acute care experience. License/Registration/Certification BLS and PALS Current RN License to practice in the State of Texas Obtains ARIN certification in practice specialty within 3 years.

Please Note : RN PRN candidates, whether internal or external candidates, must have certifications noted in the table below by department at the start of assignment/employment. Certification by Unit: Departments Upon Hire Obtained within 6 months from Date of Hire Obtained within 12 months from Date of Hire Obtained within 18 months from Date of Hire RN BLS ACLS PALS NRP STABLE APHON TNCC ENPC PICU X X X X Pediatrics X X X IMCU X X X Hematology/Oncology X X X X NICU X X X X Perioperative Services X X X X Emergency Dept X X X X X* X* X X Nurse Imaging X X X X * For Emergency Dept.

RNs, in addition to above, NRP is required within 12 months and STABLE within 18 months from Date of Hire. Education and Training Associate Degree in Nursing required. Meets unit-specific education and/or certification requirements.

Skills Possesses critical thinking and problem solving skills. Possesses effective oral and written communication skills. Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.

Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes. Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.

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2 Year Degree