Registered Nurse - Acute Care MedSurg Oncology - Charge Nurse - FT Nights

Role Overview: The Charge Registered Nurse leads and supervises daily operations on a designated unit, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care. They act as a clinical resource, oversee staffing, patient assignments, and resource management, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate patient care, including making patient assignments and managing patient flow.Perform or oversee comprehensive assessments, care planning, and evaluations based on evidence-based standards.Ensure effective communication with patients, families, and staff through hand-offs and interdisciplinary rounds.Monitor equipment and resources, participate in staffing planning, and support quality improvement initiatives.Serve as a mentor and resource for staff development, fostering a professional and collaborative environment.Promote adherence to regulatory standards, safety protocols, and research-based practices.Participate in performance improvement activities and uphold organizational policies and ethical standards. Qualifications & Skills: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate Degree or Diploma required; BSN preferred).Valid nursing license (multi-state compact preferred).Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred.Minimum 1 year of nursing experience (2 years preferred); leadership or relief charge experience is advantageous.Strong clinical expertise, leadership skills, effective communication, teamwork, and knowledge of safety standards. Additional Notes: The role involves proactive clinical oversight, resource management, team mentorship, and participation in quality and safety initiatives, all within a patient-centered, collaborative environment.