what is the job of a CHARGE NURSE RN in the health care facility?
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Below is a job description for an actual position being advertised.
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Hi,\nBoth Edward and Aprils have excellent answers.\n\nHere's another idea.\nNot sure if you are familiar with CINAHL (\nCumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature).\nIt indexes (largely professionally written) articles.\nUnfortunately it is not available for free on the Internet, but is \navailable at many medical and academic libraries.\nThe actual text of quite a few of the indexed articles may be\navailable online or in print/paper at the library. Others will have to\nbe ordered from other libraries (Ask librarian for details).\nEven if you are not affiliated with a medical or academic library,\nmost let anybody in, and if you ask for a reference librarian, he or she can get you started.\n\nI searched CINAHL using the subject heading...Charge Nurses..\nHere are a few items of interest.\nI've included abstracts when available\n\nMiller DR. “Do you have the "right stuff" to be a charge nurse?.” Nursing Spectrum -- Philadelphia Tri -- State Edition, v. 9 issue 10, 2000, p. 5.\n\nWard leadership: balancing the clinical and managerial roles. (includes abstract) Firth K; Professional Nurse, 2002 Apr; 17 (8): 486-9. (journal article - research) \nAbstract..This qualitative study investigated ward managers' experiences of combining a clinical leadership role with the managerial and administrative parts of their job. Ward managers saw their main task as one of developing their staff and improving the quality of their service, yet found balancing their different roles problematic.\n\nGet back to the basics of "people" management through chief retention officers. Patient Care Staffing Report, 2003 Jan; 3 (1): 1-3. (journal article - pictorial)\n\nCharge nurse leadership development and evaluation. (includes abstract) Krugman M; Journal of Nursing Administration, 2003 May; 33 (5): 284-92. (journal article - research, tables/charts) \nAbstract....OBJECTIVE: To describe the development and evaluation of a permanent charge nurse role and report outcomes of this leadership model over 4 years. BACKGROUND: A permanent charge nurse role was developed to improve continuity of care and develop emerging nurse leaders. An evaluation model was constructed to measure program outcomes. Kouzes and Posner's Leadership Model served as the theoretical framework. METHODS: The permanent charge nurse role was developed, training planned, and the evaluation framework established. Measurements included two survey instruments, an investigator-developed End-of-Shift Report, and institutional patient satisfaction data. Survey instruments included Kouzes and Posner's Leadership Practice Inventory (LPI), concurrently measuring self (charge) and other (staff) perceptions of charge leadership. The McClosky Mueller Satisfaction Scale (MMSS) measured charge and staff nurse job satisfaction. Data were collected at baseline, post-implementation, and additional time periods. RESULTS: Charge RNs reported significantly more favorable perceptions of leadership abilities than staff. The Shift Report successfully tracked both system and charge management issues. Patient satisfaction data did not yield data due to vendor changes. Job satisfaction results showed charge nurses reported higher satisfaction with schedule, praise and recognition, control and responsibility, than staff nurses. CONCLUSIONS: Using data to evaluate charge nurse leadership guides continued program improvements.\n\nCharge nurses juggle many needs. Mathias JM; OR Manager, 2001 Jul; 17 (7): 18-9. (journal article) \n\nDon't forget our charge nurses. (includes abstract) Sherman RO; Nursing Economic$, May/Jun2005; 23 (3): 125-30, 143. (journal article - equations & formulas, tables/charts) \nIn response to the nursing shortage, many health care organizations are utilizing a team approach to nursing care delivery. Although, the role of the charge nurse in these changing nursing care delivery models is a pivotal one to the effective and safe manag
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Not sure what you are referring to. HIPPA? Duty to act? There are lots of areas that have legal ramifications in nursing care.
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Usually we are Labor and Delivery nurses who, at that particular moment, are also called Baby Care nurses.  They would be the ones who are present during delivery and take the baby from the doc and place him/her under warmer, clean the baby, ID tags, weight, length, footprints, etc...
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http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nursing/
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This is really dependent on where the nurse is working. I have worked in the hospital setting as an LPN where I did the same job as the RN with the exception of giving IV medications. I had the exact same number of patients that my RN counterpart had. \nI have now worked in long-term care as both an LPN and an RN. The work is nearly identical if you work in the capacity of charge nurse. An RN can serve as the Director of Nursing, but an LPN cannot. We employ both LPN's and RN's as supervisors. \nWork load is basically the same. Some jobs require more paperwork, but that is not different because of the job description. Salaries are different depending on where you live and the type of facility you work in. Larger cities often pay more than small towns. There are web sites out there which can give you ballpark salaries for both job descriptions.
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Role of a Neonatal Nurse\nNeonatal nurses work either within specialist neonatal units (within Maternity or Children’s Hospitals) or in the community.\n\nNeonatal nurses care for new-born babies who are premature or are born sick. There are a vast number of conditions that can affect a new-born baby and require treatment from specialists within the multidisciplinary healthcare team. \n\nPremature babies have particular problems as a result of being born too soon, in particular problems as a result of being born too soon such as respiratory difficulties that can be life threatening if not treated promptly and appropriately by the specialist team. Likewise, the nutritional needs of the sick newborn and premature babies will require specialist care.\n\nThe neonatal nurse also has the important role of supporting the parents of the baby at a time when they themselves are very anxious and stressed. As far as possible, the parents and occasionally other family members are encourages to take an active role in the care of the baby
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Nursing, teaching, and criminal justice.
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Well I am not sure what you are looking for. I will tell you that an LPN is an important part of the nursing team. They help care for patients, give some medications, and in some cases may even start iv's.As far as telling you what has happened with that role the last 50 years I am afraid I don't have that information in front of me. Hope this was helpful.
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Nursing. It is one of the best careers. there is currently a 200K person job shortage in the US and it is growing. the baby boomers are needing more and more care and demand will continue to rise. Also it does not fluctuate with the economy such as the IT or computer fields. There will not be a health care bubble. A starting RN can expect to earn about 40-50K/yr depending on location. in california it will be closer to 80-90K. Also you will get a very good benifit package. there is competition for employees so it is a sellers market. In addition most nurses work 3 12hr. shifts, so you have 4 days a week off!\nIf you continue in education a CRNA (anesthatist) sp? can expect to make 150K+ and work a standard work week. \ngood luck\n\nI have a BS in Finance(graduate summa cume laude, lots of crap jobs, not many good ones), an am currently in law school. My wife is an RN and will soon be a nurse practitioner, she will likely make more than I will, and I will be working 60+hs a week.
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dental nurse\nThe work\n\nDental nurses work closely with dentists, providing assistance throughout a patient’s visit. Their duties include:\n\npreparing the surgery \npassing instruments \nremoving water and saliva from the patient’s mouth \nsterilising instruments \npreparing fillings. \nIf the dentist uses general anaesthetic, a suitably trained and qualified nurse may monitor the patient’s welfare. \n\n\n\nDental nurses maintain sterile conditions and ensure health and safety policy is adhered to. They help the dentist to record information about each patient and carry out stock control. They may also process radiographs. \n\nEnsuring patients feel comfortable and relaxed at all times is important. In general practice, a dental nurse may assist on reception and with the administration of the practice. \n\n\n\n\nHours and Environment\nDental nurses generally work 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Unsocial hours may be required to accommodate patients' needs. Part-time work is sometimes possible. \n\nDental nurses work in the NHS, private practice, community dental services, hospitals, industry, universities or the Armed Forces. Travel may be involved when working in certain branches. \n\nDental surgeries are clean, sterile and well-lit. Dental nurses wear a uniform and surgical gloves for protection. Safety glasses and a mask are also necessary to reduce the risk of cross-infection. \n\nThe majority of a dental nurse's work involves standing, which can be tiring. \n\n\n\nSkills and Interests\nTo be a dental nurse you should: \n\nbe genuinely interested in the welfare of your patients \nhave a high level of manual dexterity, good eyesight and good physical health \nbe friendly and sympathetic with a calm, confident and reassuring manner \nbe able to relate well to a wide range of people including children and people with special needs \nhave a flexible approach to work in order to cope with frequent changes in schedule \nbe able to work well in a team \nhave good organisational skills to manage the administrative aspects of the job. \n\nEntry\n\nMany new entrants to this field start work with a general dental practice as a trainee dental nurse, learning on the job, and studying part-time for an approved qualification and entry onto the General Dental Council (GDC) register; see Training section for details.\n\nIt is also possible to begin working as a student dental nurse within a dental hospital or the Community Dental Service. \n\nAn alternative way into dental nursing is to study full-time for an approved qualification with a college, university or dental hospital. Courses combine theory with practical work; see Training section for details. \n\nThere are no set academic qualifications required to begin working as a trainee in a dental practice or clinic. However, most employers and course providers will ask for four GCSEs (A-C)/S grades (1-3) including English, and a science related subject; equivalent alternative qualifications may also be accepted. Personal qualities and suitability for the work are also important. \n\nAn Access to Higher Education qualification may also be accepted for entry to certain courses. Please check with course providers for exact entry requirements. \n\nApprenticeships may be available for those under the age of 24. In England these are currently Apprenticeships (level 2) and Advanced Apprenticeships (level 3). To find out more about these, visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk\n\nApprenticeships may be different in other areas. For further information see Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland\n\n\nTraining\nSince the end of July 2006, dental nurses have been able to join the General Dental Council (GDC) register - by July 2008, it will be an essential requirement for all dental nurses to be on the GDC register in order to practise in the UK. \n\nTo be considered a qualified dental nurse, with access onto the register, you should achieve one of the following: \n\nthe National Examining B
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Nurse need to know about dilution, mixing chemicals, preparing prescriptions...
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A nurse is a care taker of the patient. The nurse should take care of the patient without any prejudice, that whether he is rich or poor. She should also be willing to work anywhere in the world in any condition.
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call a hospital and speak to nurses.
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My sister works at one. To hear her talk, it's a place where people put their elderly to die. The people don't receive the proper care due to under staffing, and most of the nurses that work in them don't care very much about the people they are there to take care of.
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Orderly is a very out dated term that is rarely ever used in the health care industry today.  It refers to persons who did the basic "non-skilled" work like cleaning bedpans or bathing patients. \n\nIn today's health care systems Certified Nursing Assistants(CNA) are utilized in nursing homes and hospitals. Each facility may have a special name for them such as Patient Care Technician , but the name recognized by the states health care provider registry is CNA. Certification occurs after successful completion of the class and a comprehensive final exam which includes a written exam and a return demonstration of skills (ie. bed making, vitals signs, proper hand washing, etc.). Class are often offered by the Continuing Ed. Dept. at the local Community or Technical College. Average wage: $6-$10 per hour depending on experience.\n\nThe hierarchy from lowest to highest are as followed:\nCertified Nursing Assistant - CNA\nCertified Nursing Assistant II - CNA II\nLicensed Practical Nurse - LPN\nRegistered Nurse - RN
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Stay out of healthcare, and ESPECIALLY stay out of nursing.\n\nIf you want to make some money with less stress, consider Physical Therapy if you want to "touch" patients.\n\nIf you don't want to touch patients, consider pharmacy.\n\nIf you want to get spit on, pushed, shoved, sprayed with aids-infested blood, bile, vomit, feces, urine...be a nurse.