Objectives

After participating in this educational activity, attendees should be able to:
1|Identify characteristics of an effective charge nurse.
2|Discuss the roles and responsibilities of a charge nurse.
3|Summarize the resources and support available for those in a charge nurse role. 
4|Demonstrate skills useful for frontline leaders, such as conflict resolution and creative problem solving. 
5|Illustrate ways to manage stress and maintain a safe environment. 

Presenter(s):

Megan Meyers, RN
Clinical Education Coordinator, Neurosciences D5A/NIU
Baystate Medical Center  

Arlene Kruzel, RN
Nursing Professional Practice Educator, Nursing Professional Practice Program
Nurse Educator, Springfield 6400
Baystate Medical Center 

NameRoleFinancial Relationship DisclosuresDiscussion of
Unlabeled/Unapproved Uses of
Drugs/Devices in Presentation?
Megan Meyers, BSN, RN, HNB-BC, SCRNSpeakerNo relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNo
Arlene Kruzel, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, MEDSURG-BCPlanner/SpeakerNo relevant relationships with ineligible companies to discloseNo
Session date: 
09/08/2025 - 8:00am to 11:00am EDT
Location: 
Baystate Medical Center
759 Chestnut Street
Chestnut 2 Conference Room
Springfield, MA 01199
United States
  • 3.00 ANCC Contact Hours
  • 3.00 BCIPE Instructional Hours
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