Charge Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics

About the role

Role Overview: The Orthopedics Charge Nurse (RN) is a clinical leader responsible for coordinating and evaluating patient care, staff, and unit activities in an orthopedic setting. They assist the nurse manager/director by supervising daily operations, managing staffing, and ensuring quality care based on professional standards and patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise patient care and unit operations during assigned shifts.
• Serve as a designee for unit matters in the absence of the nurse manager/director.
• Evaluate staffing needs considering caregiver mix, patient volume, acuity, and staff availability.
• Communicate effectively with team members and troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Reinforce organizational values through role-modeling behavior.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. Minimum of 1 year clinical RN experience, including ICU (preferably Neuro ICU). Proficiency with patient care and communication equipment, adaptable to healthcare technology changes. Current Arizona Nursing License and specialty certification within 3 years (e.g., CCRN). Basic computer skills and knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: BSN degree is preferred but not required.