RN Charge in Odessa, Texas at Medical Center Hospital

Position Summary:

Assists the Divisional Director of Surgical Services with the responsibility and accountability for the management of the unit. Emphasis on independent decision-making related to the nursing process and ASPAN standards of care. Demonstrates the ability to provide consistent direction for all nursing personnel in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating nursing activities.

Qualifications:
A. Education and Certification:
1. Current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (RN).
2. Bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) preferred.
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) certification required upon hire
4. Advanced Cardial Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) within six (6) months of hire
5. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) or Trauma Nursing Course (TNCC) within twelve (12) months of hire (class selection dependent on director assignment)

B. Training and Experience:

1. Two (2) years full-time experience as Registered Nurse (RN) required upon hire.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
A. Ability to perform:
1. Heavy lifting
2. Sustained standing and walking
3. Work under stress
4. Varied work hours and shifts
B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases