Job Information
Catholic Health Initiatives Charge RN Weekend Days ONLY in Lexington, Kentucky
Overview
Saint Joseph East is a 217-bed full-service community hospital located in the rapidly growing southeastern section of Lexington Kentucky. We provide care for patients in Fayette and surrounding counties. At Saint Joseph East ambulatory surgery 24-hour emergency care and women’s health services are supported through a vast array of inpatient and outpatient program. Additional specialty services include Heart Care Breast Care Sleep Care and Weight Loss Surgery. CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees 8 hospitals specialty clinics and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Responsibilities
As a Charge Nurse at CHI Saint Joseph East, you'll oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. Your previous experience in the emergency department adds tremendous value to our nursing team.
Every interaction is an opportunity to improve your understanding of a patient's needs, the needs of your nursing team, or the needs of your unit. You'll advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential, which aligns with your department's operational goals and objectives.
To thrive in this role, you need to be accountable and confident. You're an excellent communicator in 1:1 interactions and in front of groups. It's also important for you to be comfortable holding tough conversations, as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit.
Ability to serve as leader and teammate
Ensure your direct reports and department are positioned to deliver the best care possible to our patients
High level of engagement with the floor- visibly connecting with nurses, patients, and families
Attend meetings with leadership to learn about new initiatives, areas for improvement, etc. and share that information with your team
Monitor productivity and efficiency of your department
Mentor people on your team. Share your knowledge and confidence with assistant nurse managers, charge nurses, and others
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree (ADN) in Nursing from an accredited nursing college or program
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license cleared by the Kentucky Board of Nursing or with eNLC multi-state practice privilege
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS ) required to obtain within 90 days post hire
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
2 years of experience in acute care or in Critical Care nursing
Pay Range
$31.50 - $45.68 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.