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	PURPOSE: To provide set criteria for the selection and assignment of a shift charge nurse. To establish expectations and duties for the shift charge nurse. POLICY: Each ICU will have a shift charge nurse assigned by the ICU Nurse Manager. The Charge Nurse is defined as a registered nurse designated by the ICU Nurse Manager as the RN accountable for the ICU during his/her shift. He or she will act as a liaison with nursing administration and as a role model to the staff. Selection is based on experience and education. The Charge Nurse will be selected from highly competent RNs with...
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	... The assignments will be recorded at beginning of shift. Assure duties are assigned and completed. Assure narcotic and crash cart checks are completed at the beginning of each shift. May delegate as appropriate. Collaborate with the other area's Charge Nurse to assure accurate assessment of patient acuity to reflect staffing needs. Responsible for notifying the Administrative Supervisor of acuity and staffing needs two hours prior to the beginning of the next shift and PRN. Give...