Charge Nurse (RN) - SICU

About the Role

Coordinates functions and activities related to a single departmental function. Acts as liaison to internal and external customers (e.g., pre-hospital providers, medical and nursing staff, hospital administration). Responsible for developing and implementing plans/processes for meeting regulatory requirements. Trains and mentors staff.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care according to designated standards and practices.
• Assists in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the appropriateness and effectiveness of patient care.
• Makes assignments, delegates, and supervises care provided by other RNs, LPNs, and CNAs by matching patient care needs with resources and competencies.
• Responsible for day-to-day staffing and making appropriate decisions based on patient needs and skill level of caregivers.
• Assists with the orientation process for new team members in collaboration with nursing management, RN staff, and other team members.
• Schedules the department's day-to-day activities, including breaks and staffing adjustments.
• Coordinates and participates in assuring completion of the orientation competency checklist for new hires and annual competencies for all employees.
• Interacts with customers to assure professional conduct of staff.
• Establishes a mechanism to track customer service performance and takes corrective action to address any issues.
• Performs other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school.
  • L&D only: Advanced Fetal Monitoring or must obtain within six months of hire.
• Experience: Two years relevant clinical nursing experience.
  • Level II EQ Only: A minimum of two years of current Level III NICU experience including neonatal ventilator.
• License/Certifications:
  • License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona.
  • CPR.
  • ACLS as applicable by Facility/Department:
    • ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion.
    • ER: PALS or ENPC required or must obtain within ninety days.
    • Post-partum, Nursery, L&D: NRP required upon orientation completion.
    • Bariatrics: Certification or specialized training in bariatrics specialty area of practice.
    • Wound Care: Wound-Ostomy Certification or Training in Wound Care and/or Ostomy Care.

Preferred Requirements

• BSN.
• Management experience with two years supervisory.
• Certification in specialty area of practice preferred.
• PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred.

Skills

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively implement change and assist with the management of departmental budget.
• Must be able to independently make decisions in high-stress situations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.