Burn Unit Lead RN – Charge Nurse

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Team Leader to act as charge nurse, ensuring safe, effective patient care and a well-run unit. The role leads nursing staff, plans coverage based on patient needs, and ensures smooth admissions and discharges.

Requirements include BSN, Texas RN license, charge nurse training within 90 days, and BLS/ACLS/PALS or equivalent certifications. Advanced certifications encouraged.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; BSN required.
• Charge nurse training and competencies completed within 90 days if external hire.
• Current Texas RN license or compact license.
• Clinical course certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) aligned with RN duties.
• Advanced specialty certification (CCRN, CEN, RNC, etc.) or plan to obtain within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provides front line leadership and decision-making for departmental staff, ensuring quality of care.
• Develops staffing plans based on patient acuity and oversees day-to-day operations on shift.
• Monitors workflow and adjusts staffing to support unit fiscal goals.
• Coordinates and facilitates efficient patient flow for admissions and discharges.
• Assists manager in achieving department and organizational objectives including patient experience and quality measures.
• Participates in initiatives and peER interviews, supports employee evaluations when requested.

Skills

BSN

Charge nurse experience

BLS/ACLS/PALS/NLP certifications

Texas RN license

CCRN/CEN encouraged

Education

BSN degree

Job description

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Team Leader to act as charge nurse, ensuring safe, effective patient care and a well-run unit. The role leads nursing staff, plans coverage based on patient needs, and ensures smooth admissions and discharges.

Requirements include BSN, Texas RN license, charge nurse training within 90 days, and BLS/ACLS/PALS or equivalent certifications. Advanced certifications encouraged.