RN-Head Nurse Pre-Op/PAE Job at Baptist Memorial Healthcare Corporation, Memphis, TN

VnJGQ3B0cUhVaVQvRnBOL3FqUEVNVVVYeFE9PQ==
  • Baptist Memorial Healthcare Corporation
  • Memphis, TN

Job Description

Overview


Job Summary


The Head Nurse is responsible for overseeing patient care, staff management and day to day operations of a specific department or nursing unit. Coordinates and provides care utilizing the critical thinking framework known as the nursing process. The nursing process forms the foundation of the nurse's decision making to help partner with patients/families to attain, maintain and restore health whenever possible. Blends caring, compassion, knowledge and integrity to provide safe quality care that preserves patient autonomy, dignity and rights. Assists manager by providing clinical leadership for nursing employees on an assigned unit to maintain continuity of nursing care in conjunction with the hospital/nursing mission, goals, policies and procedures. Works in collaboration with the Manager/Director/CNO to ensure goal attainment.system standard jd


Responsibilities

  • Interpret, review, and combine diagnostic data relevant to the patient's current condition.
  • Collaborates with nursing leadership and other disciplines to identify opportunities for department improvements and drive change.
  • Intervenes and provides guidance and direction during life threatening situations.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and expected outcomes.
  • Implements innovative works processes that improve patient outcomes.
  • Participates in clinical leadership activities such as coaching, counseling, mentoring, hiring, firing, yearly performance evaluations, staffing, payroll, and productivity.
  • Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery.
  • Communicates/collaborates with others in providing patient care.
  • Supports life-long learning.
  • Completes other duties as assigned.
Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required
  • Minimum of 2 years experience on current unit or in like setting/specialty area.
Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required
  • Computer literacy
Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required
  • RN; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
Preferred/Desired
  • ACLS

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

VieMed Healthcare Staffing

CRNA - Anesthesiology job available in Lincoln, Nebraska Job at VieMed Healthcare Staffing

 ...Job Description Ready to make your next career move? VieMed Healthcare Staffing is a premier staffing agency that specializes in connecting skilled professionals with healthcare facilities, ensuring seamless continuity of care and unparalleled service delivery. We... 

Montgomery Pizza LLC

Domino's Delivery Driver - Zelda Rd (Montgomery) Job at Montgomery Pizza LLC

 ...delivering opportunities. Whether youre a multitasker looking for a fast-paced job or someone dreaming of climbing the career ladder, Dominos has you covered. Many of our drivers go on to become managers, franchise owners, or corporate leaders. Heres the deal for a... 

CentiMark Corporation

Roofers Job at CentiMark Corporation

 ...CentiMark Corporation has exceptional opportunitiesfor experiencedCommercialRoofersin thePortland, ORarea. CentiMark Corporation is the world's largest commercialroofing contractor with 95 offices and over 3,500 employees. Each office has dedicated crews, for... 

Integrity Marketing Group

New Business Enrollment Specialist Job at Integrity Marketing Group

 ...New Business Enrollment Specialist About Garity Advantage GarityAdvantage is an independent marketing...  ...company and help elevate our Enrollment Team to the next level. The Enrollment Processor is an exciting entry-level role at Garity. This position involves... 

Louis Vuitton

Digital Production Intern Job at Louis Vuitton

 ...Job Louis Vuitton Americas is seeking a Digital Production Intern to join our Omni-Client Strategy team. In this role, you will...  ...and advise on updates or issues related to visuals, copy, and animations. Monitor and support the quick resolution of site errors to...