Charge RN (positions available on Med/Surge, Orthopedics, and Women's Unit)
Wakefield, Rhode Island
- Eligibility
- General
Posted Jun 18
- Unit and setting
- Med-Surg · Hospital
- License
- RN licenseValid nursing license in RI.
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- Valid nursing license in RI.
- Certification
- Valid BLS through the American Heart Association
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in field demonstrating progressively great responsibility.
- Experience
- AD graduates currently enrolled in BS program with commitment to obtain BS within 3 years of employment.After hire · within 3 years
Preferred
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited school or college for specialty; baccalaureate degree preferred.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Rhode Island staff rolesRhode Island staff postings that state pay run $21/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $38/hr to $48/hr, across 64 postings.
Benefits
- Dental
- Vision
- CE reimbursement
The role and schedule
- Charge
- Charge shifts are part of the role
The workplace
South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system located in Wakefield, Rhode Island, with over 100 years of service to the southern Rhode Island community. The system is comprised of three entities: South County Hospital (a 100-bed acute care…
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Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Med surg A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.
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South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety over the years, which have included a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A’s for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group.
Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities.
*Job
Summary
*Oversees and facilitates patient flow. Develops and coordinates assignments and delegates work to achieve desired results. Balances resources in a fiscally responsible manner. Acts as a resource to advance patient care outcomes. Takes a patient assignment when necessary. Facilitates safety huddles in the absence of the unit leader.
Reports to: Director of Women's Unit Direct reports: None
Minimum Qualifications
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- Graduate of an accredited school or college for specialty; baccalaureate degree preferred. AD graduates currently enrolled in BS program with commitment to obtain BS within 3 years of employment.
- Valid nursing license in RI.
- Valid BLS through the American Heart Association
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in field demonstrating progressively great responsibility.
Success Factors
- Evidence of continuing education.
- Strong commitment to the delivery of customer-focused service
- Advanced critical thinking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, prioritization, and organizational skills to ensure successful flow of the patient.
- Strong communication skills to assist colleagues in meeting and exceeding standards of care and to facilitate a dynamic and positive team spirit.
- National certification in Specialty recommended in 2-3 years.
- Salary Range: $39.26- $53.68
- Job Type: Full-time
- Pay: $39.00 - $53.00 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
What's around it?
Wakefield, RI
Living costs about 2% above the US average