RN Charge - BHU, Nights - Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital – Charge RN, Behavioral Health Unit (night shift)

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed facility located in Elko, Nevada.   We offer a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and more.   We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center.   We believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people.  We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.

Where We Are:

Elko is the largest city of Elko County, Nevada.  Located near the Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, Elko is called the Swiss Alps of Nevada.  Here you’ll find year-round access to recreation and more than 20 alpine lakes.   The city’s economy is heavy with gold mining, ranching, tourism, and casinos.  The entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada is located approx. six hours away.  With us is where you want to be.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• And much more…

Position Summary:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is looking for a full-time Registered Nurse for the leadership role of a Charge Nurse in the Behavioral Health Unit that will be opening in the fall of 2024. Primary responsibilities, in conjunction to the job functions of an RN, include but are not limited to:

• Supervises and mentor nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity, and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Collaborates with staff to assist with identifying problems which are solution oriented.
• May be required to take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Facilitates a positive patient experience.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes. Responds to complaints about patient care and related services and manages through established channels.
• Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care. Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth by providing real time, appropriate feedback. Identifies escalation to director or designee if unable to resolve timely or trending patterns noted.
• Communicates effectively with various audiences using the most appropriate method for the situation using briefs, de-briefs, huddles, and rounding as the main source.
• Contributes to fullest potential of achieve house wide goals and models those behaviors and supports team efforts 100%.
• Facilitates and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards through engagement and support of PI and other initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of Program in Discipline required. BSN preferred.
• License and Certifications:  Must have Current RN NV License upon hire. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS, ACLS, and PALS preferred upon hire, but can be obtained after date of hire.
• Experience:  A minimum of one (1) year working in an acute hospital setting required.

EEOC Statement:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.