Stormont Vail Health
Charge Nurse - Surgery Main OR - FT - Day
Stormont Vail Health, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66604
Surgical Services Charge Nurse
Surgical Services charge nurse assists in staffing and scheduling of staff, patients and resources. The charge nurse will serve as a direct liaison between anesthesia/surgeons/physicians whom they interact for special needs, new procedures, new equipment and loaned/borrowed equipment. The charge nurse will monitor clinical care and clinical indicators and recommend performance process as needed. The charge will also help investigate incident reports and identify trends and develop solutions as needed. The charge nurse will also establish inventory par levels, delegates functions of inventory and supply such as ordering, receiving and stocking of product to designee. The charge nurse also participates in interviews for frontline staff and provides feedback on candidates to Human Resources. Charge nurses in the Surgical Services division will be responsible reviewing patient information and plan of care prior patients entering the pre-operative departments. They will provide updates to schedule changes to patients, staff and physicians. 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
Promotes effective relationships among all disciplines to achieve quality outcomes and a culture of safety. Engages in creating an Interprofessional environment that promotes respect, trust, and integrity. Communicates to lead change, influence others, and resolve conflict. Embraces and leads practice innovations and role performance to promote ongoing personal and professional growth among team members. Mentors team and others to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Demonstrates authority, ownership, accountability, and responsibility for appropriate delegation of nursing care to support patient throughput and capacity management. Must remain clinically competent to perform direct patient care. Must be able to link hospital objectives and strategic planning to department goals and operations. Supports the direction and vision of the organization and is able to communicate that effectively to the team. Uses critical thinking to identify and prioritize responsibilities and activities. Problem-solves and makes decisions using professional judgement. Participates in developing staff through education and competencies. Responsible for creating a welcoming environment and successful orientation for new team members. Responsible for staff performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback and ongoing coaching. Proficient in staffing and scheduling practices to optimize our ability to care for patients and remain fiscally responsible. Adheres to Universal Protocol and completes surgical safety checklist. Functions to establish priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available department resources of time, personnel, equipment and supplies. Creates, maintains and monitors all persons in and around the sterile environment. Assures timely, appropriate surgical counts are performed. 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:
Surgical Services charge nurse assists in staffing and scheduling of staff, patients and resources. The charge nurse will serve as a direct liaison between anesthesia/surgeons/physicians whom they interact for special needs, new procedures, new equipment and loaned/borrowed equipment. The charge nurse will monitor clinical care and clinical indicators and recommend performance process as needed. The charge will also help investigate incident reports and identify trends and develop solutions as needed. The charge nurse will also establish inventory par levels, delegates functions of inventory and supply such as ordering, receiving and stocking of product to designee. The charge nurse also participates in interviews for frontline staff and provides feedback on candidates to Human Resources. Charge nurses in the Surgical Services division will be responsible reviewing patient information and plan of care prior patients entering the pre-operative departments. They will provide updates to schedule changes to patients, staff and physicians. 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
Promotes effective relationships among all disciplines to achieve quality outcomes and a culture of safety. Engages in creating an Interprofessional environment that promotes respect, trust, and integrity. Communicates to lead change, influence others, and resolve conflict. Embraces and leads practice innovations and role performance to promote ongoing personal and professional growth among team members. Mentors team and others to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Demonstrates authority, ownership, accountability, and responsibility for appropriate delegation of nursing care to support patient throughput and capacity management. Must remain clinically competent to perform direct patient care. Must be able to link hospital objectives and strategic planning to department goals and operations. Supports the direction and vision of the organization and is able to communicate that effectively to the team. Uses critical thinking to identify and prioritize responsibilities and activities. Problem-solves and makes decisions using professional judgement. Participates in developing staff through education and competencies. Responsible for creating a welcoming environment and successful orientation for new team members. Responsible for staff performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback and ongoing coaching. Proficient in staffing and scheduling practices to optimize our ability to care for patients and remain fiscally responsible. Adheres to Universal Protocol and completes surgical safety checklist. Functions to establish priorities of patient care based on essential patient needs and available department resources of time, personnel, equipment and supplies. Creates, maintains and monitors all persons in and around the sterile environment. Assures timely, appropriate surgical counts are performed. 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: