Registered Nurse (Charge Nurse) 12 Hour Shifts

We are looking for a skilled, compassionate nursing care is key to the safety and survival of the fragile, special needs patients living at Children's Habilitation Center. That is why CHC employs registered professional nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants to provide around-the-clock expert nursing care to this unique patient population. CHC nurses have a variety of nursing experiences, including but not limited to neonatal critical care, pediatric critical care, neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, trach wound care and rehabilitation nursing.

All nursing staff are trained to care for ventilator-dependent, artificial airway patients. The tracheostomy/wound care nurse provides specialized care to our tracheostomy residents and other residents with wound care needs. One certified nursing assistant is assigned in each patient room to provide affectionate bedside care and stimulating active treatment to their assigned residents. All nursing employees are certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Many professional nursing staff also hold certifications in advanced cardiac life support, pediatric advanced life support, pediatric emergency assessment and resuscitation, and intravenous therapy.

The scope of practice for CHC nursing is holistic, involving family in patient care whenever possible. We are devoted to nursing care that is safe, compassionate, loving, and stimulating in an atmosphere that is like home.

If you choose a career at CHC you will Supervise shift nurses and team assistants while monitoring their professional needs. Coordinate daily administrative duties, including nursing assignments, breaks/lunches, and resident care. Maybe on the cart and distributing meds. Oversee resident admissions, transfers, and discharges. Record and maintain accurate shift reports. Mentor and train new staff, providing support and guidance to all staff members. Monitor medical charts and provide compassionate care and assistance to residents, visitors, and families. Develop/update individual care plans to meet resident needs and achieve treatment goals. Perform routine rounding to assess resident condition every 2 hours or as needed, identify issues or emergencies, respond in a calm and efficient manner, and assess resident if the resident status has changed; inform physicians/Nurse Practitioners of any changes in patient's progress, condition or medicinal needs

Children's Habilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer! No Phone Call Please!