Charge Nurse
Infusion for Health · Thousand Oaks, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$60–$68/hrFull-time
About the role
Infusion for Health is a premier, referral-based infusion center serving patients across California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Colorado, and Missouri. Our centers feature private, comfortable rooms for a personalized patient experience. We are committed to delivering exceptional infusion therapy in a patient-focused, compassionate environment, supported by a team of skilled professionals.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the clinical operations and nursing team during assigned shifts
- Cover patient care, ensuring proper staff coverage
- Support team development and promote a safe and efficient environment
- Act as a liaison between the clinical team and leadership
Qualifications & Skills
- Expert in IV insertion and managing all types of IV access (PICC, port, midline, etc.)
- Demonstrates safe and effective administration of all infusion therapies
- Understands medication protocols and competent in emergency procedures
- Knowledgeable and proficient in healthcare administrative tasks
- Proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Computer literacy, including proficiency in Word and Outlook
- Excellent interpersonal skills for team collaboration and patient interaction
Duties and Responsibilities
- Review all clinical documents, labs, authorizations, and orders in advance of visit
- Timely completion of all clinical reviews, outstanding orders and chart closures
- Scheduling, check-in, financial payment collection, and vitals collection for patients
- Prepare and administer medications and treatments per protocols
- Maintain accurate and real-time documentation of all assessments, interventions, and patient responses
- Maintain inventory and proactively communicate supply/drug needs
- Keep infusion rooms clean and well-stocked and order supplies as needed
- Answer phone calls as needed, adhering to OSHA and HIPAA guidelines
Leadership Responsibilities
- Proactively coordinate with NP Manager to ensure adequate staffing and staff breaks
- Adjusts assignments in response to fluctuating patient volume, acuity, or staffing needs
- Supports onboarding and precepting of new nursing staff and ongoing skills validation
- Provides real-time feedback, coaching, and escalates performance concerns to leadership
- Takes ownership of clinic outcomes (compliance, safety, patient experience)
- Escalates concerns to NP/DON in a timely manner
Education & Experience
- Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing
- Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of recent clinical RN experience in ICU, ER, or similar high-acuity settings
- Infusion experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate
- Prior charge nurse or nursing management experience is preferred
- Valid RN License
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification required
Compensation
$60–$68/hour, depending on experience.