Stormont Vail Health
Charge Nurse - Surgical Critical - FT - Night
Stormont Vail Health, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66604
Job Title
Location: Topeka, KS Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift (United States of America) Hours per week: 36 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview: Responsible for the daily to day operations of the Critical Care department. Promotes a strong team atmosphere through motivation, coaching, and conflict management. Prioritizes communication throughout the system and community to facilitate a multi-disciplinary approach to coordination of throughput and capacity management. Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Bachelors of Science: Nursing (BSN) Preferred Experience Qualifications
2 years Current experience in related clinical field in acute care facility. Preferred Supervisor experience. Preferred Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to rights of patient/significant other, as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and departmental functioning. Strives to manage situations in a manner, which minimizes risk to the patient and the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency) Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, non-verbal and written methods. (Required proficiency) Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medication administration and equipment calibration. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required What You Will Do
Provides strong leadership, able to motivate staff and respond to individual needs on assigned department and shift. Organizes workload effectively and delegates responsibilities appropriately. Acts as leader for Nurse Manager or Director as appropriate. Recruits, interviews, coaches and develops direct reports; applies corrective actions as appropriate. Performs staffing duties within scheduling guidelines. Provides direct patient care as defined within the scope of the state's nurse practice act. Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiological and cognitive status. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Formulates a prioritized and goal directed plan of care, which is based on patient's presenting problems and projected outcomes. Functions to establish priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment and supplies. Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination and testing of patients. Evaluates the effectiveness of the health care process (self, systems, environment, and instrumentation) in meeting outcomes. Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to provider. Provides medication as directed. Documents in patient and department records in a timely, accurate and concise manner according to department standards. Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Compiles tests and examination results. Evaluates the patient's progress towards achieving outcomes. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established standards of care. Practices effective problem identification and resolution as a method of sound decision making. Greets patients and prepares them for provider examination. Collects patient history information. Instruct patients in collection of samples and tests. Triages and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Participates in system wide/department patient care quality improvement activities as well as standards development. Participates actively in clinical education activities, including orientation of new employees and teaching student nurses. Participates in nursing research activities. Participates in development and attainment of system wide/department hospital goals. Triages and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Delegates tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and department activities in accordance with the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act. Adheres to staffing and scheduling practices. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question. Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote Scope
Has Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Stooping: Frequently 3-5 Hours Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Working Conditions
Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Frequently 3-5 Hours Noise/Sounds: Frequently 3-5 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Radiant Energy: Occasionally 1-3
Location: Topeka, KS Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift (United States of America) Hours per week: 36 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview: Responsible for the daily to day operations of the Critical Care department. Promotes a strong team atmosphere through motivation, coaching, and conflict management. Prioritizes communication throughout the system and community to facilitate a multi-disciplinary approach to coordination of throughput and capacity management. Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Bachelors of Science: Nursing (BSN) Preferred Experience Qualifications
2 years Current experience in related clinical field in acute care facility. Preferred Supervisor experience. Preferred Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to rights of patient/significant other, as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and departmental functioning. Strives to manage situations in a manner, which minimizes risk to the patient and the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency) Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, non-verbal and written methods. (Required proficiency) Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medication administration and equipment calibration. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required What You Will Do
Provides strong leadership, able to motivate staff and respond to individual needs on assigned department and shift. Organizes workload effectively and delegates responsibilities appropriately. Acts as leader for Nurse Manager or Director as appropriate. Recruits, interviews, coaches and develops direct reports; applies corrective actions as appropriate. Performs staffing duties within scheduling guidelines. Provides direct patient care as defined within the scope of the state's nurse practice act. Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing and systematic manner, focusing on physiological and cognitive status. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Formulates a prioritized and goal directed plan of care, which is based on patient's presenting problems and projected outcomes. Functions to establish priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment and supplies. Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination and testing of patients. Evaluates the effectiveness of the health care process (self, systems, environment, and instrumentation) in meeting outcomes. Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to provider. Provides medication as directed. Documents in patient and department records in a timely, accurate and concise manner according to department standards. Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Compiles tests and examination results. Evaluates the patient's progress towards achieving outcomes. Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established standards of care. Practices effective problem identification and resolution as a method of sound decision making. Greets patients and prepares them for provider examination. Collects patient history information. Instruct patients in collection of samples and tests. Triages and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Participates in system wide/department patient care quality improvement activities as well as standards development. Participates actively in clinical education activities, including orientation of new employees and teaching student nurses. Participates in nursing research activities. Participates in development and attainment of system wide/department hospital goals. Triages and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Delegates tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and department activities in accordance with the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act. Adheres to staffing and scheduling practices. Seeks validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary and assertively seeks guidance in areas of question. Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote Scope
Has Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Stooping: Frequently 3-5 Hours Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Working Conditions
Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Frequently 3-5 Hours Noise/Sounds: Frequently 3-5 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Radiant Energy: Occasionally 1-3