Registered Nurse - Charge

At Ascension Health, our mission is to provide compassionate and personalized care to all individuals in need. As a Registered Nurse - Charge, you will play a crucial role in leading our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. We are seeking a skilled and experienced RN who is passionate about providing high-quality care and has a strong desire to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients. If you are a natural leader with exceptional clinical skills and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Provide leadership and direction to a team of healthcare professionals in delivering compassionate and personalized care to patients in need.
2. Serve as a role model for the nursing staff, exhibiting professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to the mission and values of Ascension Health.
3. Oversee the daily operations of the unit, ensuring that all patient care activities are carried out efficiently and effectively.
4. Make patient assignments and delegate tasks to nursing staff, ensuring that each staff member is working to the top of their scope of practice and within their competency level.
5. Monitor and assess the quality of patient care provided by the nursing team, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
6. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients, ensuring that their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are met.
7. Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, communicating patient updates and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care.
8. Provide direct patient care as needed, utilizing advanced nursing knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, and treat patients.
9. Serve as a resource for nursing staff, providing guidance and support in complex patient care situations, and promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
10. Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care, as well as state and federal regulations governing nursing practice.
11. Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient care activities, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
12. Act as a liaison between the nursing staff and hospital administration, communicating concerns, issues, and suggestions for improvement in a timely and professional manner.
13. Participate in performance improvement initiatives, using data and evidence-based practices to drive quality improvement and achieve optimal patient outcomes.
14. Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients' rights and preferences are respected and their needs are met in a timely and compassionate manner.
15. Participate in the recruitment, selection, and orientation of new nursing staff

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Registered Nurse - Charge in Detroit, MI, USA is $72,000 - $94,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and specific job responsibilities. Some employers may also offer additional benefits and bonuses. It is always best to research specific job postings and negotiate salary during the hiring process.

Ascension is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. Ascension includes approximately 165,000 associates and 40,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care – including 150 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities – in 20 states and the District of Columbia,