34516 Lexington Medical Center - Nursing: Critical Care

Full time

Yes

36

• Weekend Program - Minimum two out of three shifts Friday-Sunday
• 7am-7pm

Pay Range

$41.10 - $61.65

The Charge Nurse coordinates, delegates, monitors and evaluates unit activities during assigned shift. Makes staff assignments, serves as resource to other staff, participates in performance improvement activities, ensures standards of care are maintained and represents nursing administration. Through utilization of the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) provides patient care to a select group of patients.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily unit operations to ensure safe, high‑quality, and efficient patient care
• Assign, supervise, and adjust staff based on competency, experience, and patient acuity
• Oversee patient care delivery, including assessments, care planning, interventions, and evaluations
• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Monitor patient conditions, intervene in crises, and communicate significant changes to leadership and physicians
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, infection control practices, and emergency procedures
• Lead and support staff during emergencies, drills, and routine unit operations
• Participate in performance improvement activities, audits, and incident/variance reporting
• Assist with staff performance evaluations, discipline, education, and ongoing professional development
• Educate patients, families, and staff while serving as a professional role model and mentor
   

Job Requirements:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the State of North Carolina
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred
• Skill and proficiency in the principles, concepts and techniques of nursing and management
• Two to four years of progressive nursing experience in a healthcare environment
• Demonstrated clinical competency as a professional nurse
• Demonstrated leadership skills and/or advanced education in leadership
   

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program