Nurse Division Charge/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Nursing
Posted on May 21, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Nurse Division Charge/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12688
Working Title
Nurse Coordinator KCH - Pediatric Sedation and Extended Recovery Unit.
Department Name
H3060:Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Svcs
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
11
Salary Range
$26.00-45.70/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to frequently lift and/or carry objects up to or exceeding 50 lbs; extended periods of walking; risk of injury from use of equipment on the job; and exposure to blood-borne/airborne pathogens and combative patients
Shift
M-F 7:00A – 3:30P and may include holidays
Job Summary
Division Charge Nurse ( DCN), is responsible for assuring quality care during his/her tour of duty. He/She is responsible for efficient management of nursing resources and patient safety.
Operations – 1. Ensures smooth operational flow of unit by directing the work of assigned staff. 2. Acts as a resource for daily operational needs, providing direct patient care as needed. 3. Reviews and coordinates schedules 4. Ensures policy/procedures are enforced. 5. Ensures routine facility/equipment maintenance is performed, problems corrected and systems in place to ensure a safe and comfortable environment is maintained. 6. Collaborates and works to ensure smooth
operational flow of daily activities. Management – 1. In conjunction with the Medical Director, UK Healthcare Leadership and Patient Care Manager, assists in developing and implementing unit specific strategic plans and UKHC initiatives. 2. Maintains and updates staff procedures, staff training programs and quality assurance programs. 3. Ensures customer satisfaction by managing customer complaints and suggestions and providing appropriate follow through. Regulatory and Government Collaboration – 1. Ensures compliance with state, federal and regulatory agency requirements for facilities, equipment and staff. 2. When appropriate, works with the Medical Director to develop and implement policy and procedures. Administration – 1. Participates in organization-wide committees to establish or improve customer service and administrative plans and policies. 2. Reviews patient satisfaction surveys and other data and develop corrective action plans if appropriate. 3. Develops, runs and participates in regular staff meetings. 4. Ensures quality assurance standards are met for patients in collaboration with the PCM and Medical Director.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office, EPIC EMR,
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
n/a
Deadline to Apply
05/27/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Nurse Division Charge/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12688
Working Title
Nurse Coordinator KCH - Pediatric Sedation and Extended Recovery Unit.
Department Name
H3060:Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Svcs
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
11
Salary Range
$26.00-45.70/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to frequently lift and/or carry objects up to or exceeding 50 lbs; extended periods of walking; risk of injury from use of equipment on the job; and exposure to blood-borne/airborne pathogens and combative patients
Shift
M-F 7:00A – 3:30P and may include holidays
Job Summary
Division Charge Nurse ( DCN), is responsible for assuring quality care during his/her tour of duty. He/She is responsible for efficient management of nursing resources and patient safety.
Operations – 1. Ensures smooth operational flow of unit by directing the work of assigned staff. 2. Acts as a resource for daily operational needs, providing direct patient care as needed. 3. Reviews and coordinates schedules 4. Ensures policy/procedures are enforced. 5. Ensures routine facility/equipment maintenance is performed, problems corrected and systems in place to ensure a safe and comfortable environment is maintained. 6. Collaborates and works to ensure smooth
operational flow of daily activities. Management – 1. In conjunction with the Medical Director, UK Healthcare Leadership and Patient Care Manager, assists in developing and implementing unit specific strategic plans and UKHC initiatives. 2. Maintains and updates staff procedures, staff training programs and quality assurance programs. 3. Ensures customer satisfaction by managing customer complaints and suggestions and providing appropriate follow through. Regulatory and Government Collaboration – 1. Ensures compliance with state, federal and regulatory agency requirements for facilities, equipment and staff. 2. When appropriate, works with the Medical Director to develop and implement policy and procedures. Administration – 1. Participates in organization-wide committees to establish or improve customer service and administrative plans and policies. 2. Reviews patient satisfaction surveys and other data and develop corrective action plans if appropriate. 3. Develops, runs and participates in regular staff meetings. 4. Ensures quality assurance standards are met for patients in collaboration with the PCM and Medical Director.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Microsoft Office, EPIC EMR,
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
n/a
Deadline to Apply
05/27/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level.
- New Graduate
- Diploma
- ADN
- BSN
- MSN
- PhD or DNP
- * Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals?
- Yes
- No
- * Please indicate your current licensure status.
- None
- Current KY RN License
- Current compact state RN licensure
- Current non-compact state RN licensure
- New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License
- Valid KY Temporary Work Permit
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * Where did you first see this position advertised?
- UK Jobs Website
- Employee Referral
- Print Advertisement
- On-line Advertisement
- Military Connection Advertisement
- Job Fair
- "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website
- HospitalCareers.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- None of the Above
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
