Charge Nurse

 

Join Equum Medical and be a driving force in revolutionizing acute care telehealth. As an innovative leader in the healthcare technology industry, Equum Medical is dedicated to transforming how patients access critical medical services.

Our cutting-edge telehealth solutions empower healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care remotely, bridging gaps in accessibility and enhancing patient outcomes. By joining our dynamic team, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of acute care telehealth, significantly impacting countless individuals' lives while pushing the boundaries of what's possible in modern healthcare. We also promote flexible scheduling to help maintain work/life balance and long-term career sustainability. Together, let's lead the way in providing seamless, high-quality care to patients when they need it most.

Position Summary:

The Virtual Charge Registered Nurse (VCN) plays a pivotal role as a collaborative care team leader, overseeing day-to-day operations and delivering virtual nursing care to a diverse adult population across various healthcare settings. They provide remote nursing services to patients in acute and sub-acute care, emergency departments, critical care environments, skilled nursing facilities, and even in the patients' homes. 

Working in partnership with clinical teams at the originating sites, the VCN serves as an expert nurse on the patient care team. They actively deliver patient care, translate evidence-based practices, offer patient and family education, and provide supervision, coaching, and mentoring to fellow nurses. Additionally, the VCN coordinates care across disciplines, collaborating with the originating site and other remote clinical team members. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates acute and/or critical care level skills and knowledge 
• Utilizes critical thinking skills to diagnose clinical problems and define appropriate interventions. 
• Exhibits effective English written and verbal communication skills 
• Proficient in windows-based computer operations 
• Working knowledge of computer documentation and navigation systems (Epic, Cerner, Meditech, etc.) 
• Possesses special skills/equipment including EKG Certification and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) 
• Holds a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers 
• Preferred additional certifications in the area of specialty 
• Completes unit-specific orientation to ensure familiarity with the specific critical care unit 

Requirements:

• 5+ years of current experience in acute or critical care 
• Critical and acute cardiac care experience  
• 1+ years of leadership experience  
• Implement nursing process, including assessments, care planning, and coordination based on evidence-based protocols 
• Prioritize patient advocacy, proactive monitoring, and safe, efficient, patient-centered care 
• Delegate and supervise support staff to ensure high-quality patient care 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated proficiency in acute and/or critical care skills 
• Strong understanding of telemetry monitoring, policies, and procedures 
• Ability to think critically in diagnosing clinical problems and defining interventions 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English 
• Proficiency in computer documentation and navigation 

Education:

• Valid RN licensure   
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an acceptable and recognized institution 
• Bachelor’s degree preferred 

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO
• 401k
• Continuing Education (subject to eligibility requirements).
• And more!

Notice & Disclaimer:  The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive, all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any job candidate or employee based on age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, membership in an employee organization, medical condition, family history, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, parental status, or pregnancy. Equum Medical respects your privacy and is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your personal information.