L&D Night Shift Charge RN

About the role

The RN Charge Nurse provides leadership and clinical expertise during their shift, coordinating staffing, resources and ensuring quality patient care. They act as a clinical support for staff, serve as a role model of professionalism, and manage unit operations.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical, social, and psychological needs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and revise individualized care plans
• Delegate and coordinate care, ensuring adherence to guidelines and professional standards
• Evaluate patient responses and modify care plans accordingly
• Supervise staff, promote professionalism, and ensure accountability
• Manage staffing needs, overtime, and resource allocation
• Provide operational leadership, mediate conflicts, and support policy compliance
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and emergency responses
• Complete required charge nurse training

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid RN license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Unit-specific certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) as required
• Experience in the clinical area and mentoring skills
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) or obtaining within four years
• Assessment, planning, leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

Physical & Other Requirements

• Ability to read, communicate effectively, manipulate equipment, lift, walk, stand, and operate a vehicle if applicable