Registered Nurse Charge (RN) - CVOR
Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance.
About the role
Coordinates functions and activities related to a single departmental function. Responsible for a clinic unit. Coordinates the scheduling efforts of the unit RNs. Acts as liaison to internal and external customers (e.g., pre-hospital providers, medical and nursing staff, hospital administration). Develops and implements 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 decision-making based on patient needs and caregiver skill level.
- 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 (e.g., breaks, sending people home).
- 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.
- PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire; PALS preferred.
- 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.
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
The available plans and programs include:
- 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.
About the organization
A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics, and emergency care.