Stepdown Charge RN

Job Summary And ResponsibilitiesAs a Charge Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you'll oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. Your previous experience in acute care 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 teammateEnsure your direct reports and department are positioned to deliver the best care possible to our patientsHigh level of engagement with the floor- visibly connecting with nurses, patients, and familiesAttend meetings with leadership to learn about new initiatives, areas for improvement, etc. and share that information with your teamMonitor productivity and efficiency of your departmentMentor people on your team. Share your knowledge and confidence with assistant nurse managers, charge nurses, and othersWe are offering a sign on bonus up to $25,000 to hires who meet the eligibility requirements. We also offer additional pay for participation in our clinical ladder as well as referral bonuses, excellent benefits, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.RequiredJob RequirementsRegistered Nurse: AR, upon hire andBasic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days andAdvanced Cardiac Life Support, within 90 DaysPreferredBachelors Of Nursing Admission to a BSN program within one year , 12 - months orBachelors Of Nursing obtainment of a Bachelor degree within 2 years of assuming position Nursing, 24 - months andParticipation in Nursing Career Advancement Program and2 years recent Nursing experience in area of specialty and1 year charge/management experienceWhere You'll WorkCHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CHI St Vincent North has 69 beds and offers a small-town feeling of family and camaraderie. We have a strong neuro and cardiac focus.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. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our team member well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.Pay Range$36.36 - $47.66 /hour