Charge Nurse Neonatal ICU

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of excellence

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN) to oversee a department of frontline nurses. Experience in acute care, LTC, or nursing homes is valued to support the team and patient care.

You will advocate for colleagues, communicate effectively, and manage performance within the unit, ensuring compassionate and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Arizona RN license is required.
• American Heart Association Certifications must be current.
• BLS certification required.
• NRP training preferred or within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Mentor nurses in competency, documentation, and standards of care.
• Provide direct patient care as needed to meet department needs.
• Evaluate care provided by staff and coach improvement.
• Maintain standards of care and participate in ethics discussions when needed.
• Support department goals and advocate for nursing staff.

Skills

Mentorship

Communication

Nursing leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a *Charge Nurse (RN),* you\'ll oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. Your previous experience in acute care, LTC, or nursing homes adds tremendous value to our nursing team.

Every day you will advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential, which aligns with your department\'s operational goals and objectives.

To thrive in this role, you need to be accountable and confident. You\'re an excellent communicator in 1:1 interactions and in front of groups. It\'s also important for you to be comfortable holding tough conversations, as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit.

• Mentors others in areas such as competency, documentation, equipment use, plan of care, National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG), and participation in inservice education.


• Provides direct patient care as appropriate to meet the needs of the patients and department.


• Evaluates care given by staff.


• Coaches staff to improve care.


• Ensures standards of care is maintained.


• Exhibits a general understanding of the process for dealing with ethical dilemmas and understands and coordinates the process for obtaining an Ethics Consult.

Job Requirements

• Registered Nurse: AZ


• American Heart Association Certifications


• Basic Life Support - (BLS)


• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)


• Stable Program, within 12 - months

Preferred

• Bachelors Of Nursing and Two (2) years RN experience within applicable clinical specialty and/or


• Charge Nurse experience

Where You\'ll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We\'re more than a hospital; we\'re a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We\'re not just a workplace; we\'re a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders In Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.


• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.


• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona\'s busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.


• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.


• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Pay Range

$42.85 - $63.77 /hour