Reporting to
the Nursing Director or Manager, this position requires the full understanding
and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Redlands Community
Hospital. It is expected the employee demonstrates behavior consistent with our
Standards of Performance. The Charge Nurse adheres to the Patient’s First
Philosophy of Safety, Compassion, and Efficiency. S/he is able to coordinate
care not only for individual patients, but also to lead the care delivery of
multiple patients in the nursing care area in accordance with policies and
procedures of the Hospital. S/he collaborates with other professional
disciplines/unit leaders to ensure safe and effective patient care delivery.
S/he is responsible for assigning nursing personnel to specific patients for
whom they will care for based upon their skill, experience and temperament, and
the acuity of the patients. This position serves as resource of information and
coordinates all activities within the department. Responsibilities and related
duties to be carried out by the Charge Nurse as delegated by the Nurse Manager
with the appropriate level of authority and ability to utilize independent
judgment to ensure compliance.

*Ability to meet all job & physical
requirements as outlined in job description or as agreed through a work place
accommodation.

1. Current CA State licensure as a Registered Nurse required.
2. Current CPR Certification required.
3. Current ACLS Certificate required.
4. Current PALS or ENPC certificate required within 3 month of hire.
5. Current MICN license preferred at hire, required within 1 year of hire.
6. Current MAB certificate required within 6 months of hire.
7. Current NIHSS certificate required within 6 months of hire.
8. EMTALA education required (Must have 8 CEU’s every two years)
9. CEN preferred.
10. BSN preferred, MSN desirable.
11. Demonstrated expertise in the clinical area, and leadership ability preferred.
12. Must be proficient in Word, XLS, and email functions. (Must be computer literate)