Charge Nurse

Overall Purpose Of RoleThe Charge Nurse is responsible for the smooth and efficient patient flow within the clinic. Delegates assignments and provides supervision for the support staff in accordance with their level of training and the patient s acuity. Works, in cooperation with medical providers to ensure the quality of patient care.Key Responsibilities Makes an assignment according to the needs of the patient and the capabilities of the staff Insures standards of patient care through QA monitors Develops and posts work schedule within time frame Calculates timecards and monitor s staff Provides direct patient care as needed Assigns lunches and breaks for the staff Anticipates physician needs Communicates problems involving personnel, medical staff, patients, families, and the general public to the appropriate management personnel Schedules staff meetings on a regular basis Completes annual performance evaluations on staffExperience Required Minimum of 5 years fulltime experience in a medical care setting as an RN. Minimum of 2 years fulltime experience as a Charge Nurse / Nurse LeadershipEducation Required Associate Degree, Bachelor s degree, from approved nursing program. [Preference to BSN] Current license to practice in any US State AHA, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications requiredPhysical Requirements Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time The employee is frequently required to walk, bend, stoop, kneel or crouch, lift up to 20 lbs, occasionally lift or move 50 lbs.Other Special Requirements Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate. This position is unaccompanied. US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required. US DOS clearance or the ability to obtain one is required. Must be able to relocate to Qatar. A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Qatar.Additional InformationInternational SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws