Charge RN, Operating Room

Demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process in a specialty unit, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care within an assigned unit, department or specialty area. Shares responsibility with other health care disciplines. Reports to Department of Nursing Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures optimal patient care utilizing the nursing process.

• Maintains patient records and documents to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s medical and nursing care. (See LPN)

• Administers and controls narcotics, medications and IV therapies in accordance with the Registered Nurse, Nurse Practice Act.

• Assesses and plans patient/family education and discharge needs.

• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.

• Accountable for problem solving to include initiating, delegating and evaluating patient care team functions.

• Promotes an environment conducive to professional practice by functioning as a role model and resource person for other patient services team members.

• Practices competencies in nursing skills based upon current scientific knowledge.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

• Current Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure required.

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s in nursing preferred.

• Maintains certification according to requirements of specialty unit.

• BLS required within 30 days of hire and maintained throughout employment at CGH.

• Basic Computer knowledge strongly preferred.

• Prior knowledge of drawing blood preferred.

• Thorough knowledge of medical equipment and instruments preferred.