Charge Nurse

Innovative Injury; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Innovative Injury Solutions is seeking a Charge Nurse to support the Medical Director and physician team. You will lead on-floor nursing and clinical staff, ensure safe patient flow through Pre-Op, OR, and PACU, and coordinate daily staffing based on acuity and volume.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, strong communication with physicians, and hands-on patient care as needed. Full-time, on-site position in a busy center with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• BLS and ACLS required (PALS preferred).
• ADN or BSN degree preferred.
• Knowledge of procedure suite operations, sterile technique and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily clinical operations to ensure staffing and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as on-floor resource for nursing and clinical staff with coaching and problem-solving.
• Oversee patient flow from Pre-Op to PACU for efficient case progression.
• Manage daily staffing assignments based on patient acuity and case volume.
• Ensure safety procedures, infection control and facility protocols are followed.
• Provide direct patient care as needed, including assessments and IV starts.
• Ensure thorough documentation in clinical areas and support QAPI activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Infection control

Sterile technique

Audit readiness

Education

ADN or BSN

Job description

At Innovative Injury Solutions, we're dedicated to helping patients recover from injury and regain quality of life through evidence-based, compassionate care. Our integrated approach combines cutting‑edge pain management techniques, rehabilitation, and medical expertise to deliver exceptional outcomes for patients dealing with acute and chronic pain, including those affected by motor vehicle and personal injury cases.

Position Overview

The Charge Nurse supports and assists the Medical Director and physician team in coordinating the daily clinical and nursing functions of the Center. This role ensures high-quality, efficient patient care while maintaining compliance with facility policies and state regulations. The Charge Nurse provides on‑floor leadership to nursing and clinical support staff, oversees patient flow, upholds safety and infection control standards, and serves as a resource for clinical problem‑solving throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Medical Director with daily coordination of clinical operations to ensure appropriate staffing and regulatory compliance
• Serves as the on‑floor resource for nursing and clinical support staff, providing coaching and real‑time problem‑solving
• Oversees patient flow through Pre‑Op, OR, and PACU to ensure efficiency and on‑time case progression
• Coordinates daily clinical staffing assignments based on patient acuity and case volume
• Ensures compliance with safety procedures, infection control practices, and facility protocols
• Provides direct patient care as needed, including assessments, medication administration, IV starts, and post‑operative monitoring
• Ensures thorough, accurate, and timely documentation in all clinical areas
• Supports QAPI activities by participating in audits, collecting data, and reinforcing corrective actions

Qualifications

• Current state RN license
• Current BLS and ACLS required (PALS preferred)
• ADN or BSN degree (BSN preferred)
• Working understanding of procedure suite operations, sterile technique, and infection control
• Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively with physicians and staff
• Ability to maintain audit readiness and state regulatory requirements

Experience

• Perioperative/Procedure Center (Pre‑Op, OR, PACU): 2–3 years (Required)
• Charge Nurse or Leadership: (Preferred)
• Pain Management: (Preferred)

What We Offer

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Type

Full‑time, Permanent