Head Nurse jobs in the United States
Head Nurse plans and implements the overall nursing policies, procedures, and services for a unit. Maintains nursing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training clinical staff. Being a Head Nurse ensures that nurses are current in competencies, assessments, licensure, certifications, and other annual training. May provide direct patient care and is responsible for assessing, planning, and evaluating patients. Additionally, Head Nurse requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Head Nurse jobs
- Worcester Head Start
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Worcester, MA
FULL_TIME
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The Worcester Child Development Head Start Program/WPS is seeking a reliable and responsible candidate for the position of nurse.
RN's and LPN's are encouraged to apply.
This position is 40 hours per week Monday-Friday for the academic school year only (approx. 44 weeks) with an excellent City of Worcester benefits package.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Knowledge of public and community health resources
- Knowledge of state and local health laws and regulations
- At least two years of nursing experience, preferably in the field of pediatrics in a recognized medical agency, and have a genuine interest in children and families
- Have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
- Bilingual skills desired
Certification: Current license with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
Applications deadlines are August 15, 2024
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $198.99 - $222.80 per day
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- School
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
- 15 Days Ago
- Head Start/Early Head Start of Beaver County
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Monaca, PA
FULL_TIME
- PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL OF WESTMORELAND/FAYETTE, INC.JOB DESCRIPTIONPOSITION: SCHOOL NURSE DIVISION: Early Childhood DevelopmentPURPOSE: Works as an integral part of the Child Health and Safety team ...
- 2 Days Ago
- The Cypress of Hilton Head
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Hilton Head Island, SC
FULL_TIME
- When you join The Cypress of Hilton Head, you become an integral part of an extraordinary community where you witness the incredible life stories of some of the wisest individuals on earth. Moreover, ...
- 3 Days Ago
- BrightStar Care of Hilton Head
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Savannah, GA
PART_TIME
- Are you looking for an LPN job where you can make a difference in people’s lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that truly cares about you? That’s where you can shine. We are proud to off...
- 5 Days Ago
- BCMW Head Start
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Centralia, IL
FULL_TIME
- Essential Function(s): Perform duties pertinent to the operations of the health and nutrition components and ensure quality care of the children in Head Start. Educational Requirements: Associate degr...
- 16 Days Ago
- BrightStar Care of Hilton Head
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Bluffton, SC
PER_DIEM
- Registered Nurse RN - Per Diem Compensation: Based on Experience Are you Interested in a flexible schedule and work/life doing In-Home Infusions and Skilled Nursing Visits? Are you looking for a home ...
- 7 Days Ago
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- MEDSTAR HEALTH
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Washington, DC
- General Summary of Position The Clinical Administrator is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing an...
- 12/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Centurion Health
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Hagerstown, MD
- Job Details Job Location MD, Hagerstown - Maryland Training Center Hagerstown - Hagerstown, MD Position Type Full-Time E...
- 12/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Luminis Health
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Lanham, MD
- Administrative Nurse Supervisor (RN) PRN/Supplemental - Day/Night shift Position Purpose The Administrative Nursing Supe...
- 12/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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