Charge Nurse - PRN - (Lemont, IL)

REQUIRED FUNCTIONS: Oversee a unit or work group for a specified shift. Provide direct care for patients as well as monitor and coordinate other nurses and members of the staff on the daily medical or behavioral health care activities of the unit. Schedule staff to ensure full coverage at all times and to ensure effective application of services. Lead, guide and train employees performing work. Oversee and provide direct nursing evaluation, consultation and other related care to patients as required. Coordinate services and maintain communication with other departments or staff as required. Oversee quality assurance activities and compliance to operational standards, participate in program development, development or implementation of operating policy and procedure and promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices as requested. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, case managers, coworkers and others in an effective manner.