Charge Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

About the role

Emergency Department Charge Nurse (RN) responsible for overseeing departmental functions, coordinating staff scheduling, and acting as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate activities within the ED, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Train, mentor, and supervise healthcare team members. Manage departmental operations, including staffing and resource allocation. Implement and support process improvements and change management. Communicate effectively with medical, nursing staff, pre-hospital providers, and hospital administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee departmental functions and coordinate staff scheduling
• Act as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate activities within the ED, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Train, mentor, and supervise healthcare team members
• Manage departmental operations, including staffing and resource allocation
• Implement and support process improvements and change management
• Communicate effectively with medical, nursing staff, pre-hospital providers, and hospital administration
• Lead ED operations, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and facilitate effective communication to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Arizona RN license
• Minimum of two years of relevant clinical nursing experience
• Preferred BSN
• Preferred management experience with supervisory responsibilities
• Certifications: CPR, ACLS, PALS or ENPC (must obtain if not already certified)
• Additional certifications in specialty areas such as Bariatrics or Wound Care are advantageous

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong decision-making skills
• Strong change management skills