Charge Nurse - ICU, Nights

About the Role

Coordinates the delivery of high-quality nursing care across various patient populations, managing operational issues during shifts. Provides clinical care as needed, communicates patient and departmental concerns, and serves as a resource and guide for staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing practices.
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans.
• Promoting a safe environment and ethical practice.
• Collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Leading within the professional practice setting and contributing to quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year hospital nursing experience; 2+ years preferred.
• Current RN licensure (state-specific or multistate).
• Required certifications include BCLS, ACLS, PALS, Chemotherapy/Biotherapy, NRP, and specialty-specific certifications.
• Additional certifications may be required based on department, such as PEARS, ENPC, TNCC, or advanced fetal monitoring.

Skills and Key Duties

• Collects and analyzes patient data to identify issues and develop care strategies.
• Implements and coordinates individualized patient care plans.
• Promotes health, safety, and ethical practices.
• Effectively communicates and collaborates with healthcare teams and patients.
• Leads practice improvements and evaluates nursing performance.
• Maintains current knowledge through ongoing education and evidence-based practice.