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Community Health Systems · Birmingham, Alabama, US

Job Summary The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient...

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Job Summary The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development. Essential Functions: - Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. - Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care. - Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed. - Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery. - Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles. - Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit. - Conducts employee and patie...