Charge Nurse - NICU - FT - Night

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail HealthCare, Inc. is seeking a Charge Nurse in the NICU to lead daily operations, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality patient care during night shifts. The role focuses on scheduling, staffing, and interprofessional collaboration to promote safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have a BSN and 2 years of acute care or NICU experience, with Kansas RN licensure. The position is full-time, on-site, and supports ongoing staff development and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; RN licensure in Kansas required or multistate license accepted.
• 2 years of acute care experience; NICU experience preferred.
• KS RN license (KSBN) required or multi-state license allowed.

Responsibilities

• Lead department operations including scheduling and daily assignments.
• Coordinate interprofessional team communication and onboarding.
• Maintain compliance with patient care standards and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and evaluate staff performance; provide feedback and coaching.
• Ensure patient throughput and capacity management.

Skills

Patient rights

Safety awareness

Legal issues

Communication

Meds math

Critical thinking

Staff supervision

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift (United States of America)Hours per week:36Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewThe CN consistently provides leadership and clinical expertise within the department as they provide care to the smallest and most vulnerable population. The CN is the direct supervisor to the NICU registered nurses and patient care techs. Charge nurse responsibilities primarily focus on managing the operational aspects of the department including scheduling, daily assignments, staff communication, interdisciplinary team collaboration, on boarding of new staff, and overall staff performance. The CN ensures compliance with all standards of patient care and follows up on any concerns or issues that arise.Education QualificationsBachelor's Degree Bachelors of Science: Nursing (BSN) PreferredExperience Qualifications2 years Current experience in related clinical field in acute care facility. PreferredSupervisor experience. PreferredExperience with infants. PreferredSkills and AbilitiesDemonstrates awareness and sensitivity to rights of patient/significant other, as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)Demonstrates awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and departmental functioning. Strives to manage situations in a manner, which minimizes risk to the patient and the institution. (Required proficiency)Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, non-verbal and written methods. (Required proficiency)Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medication administration and equipment calibration. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency)Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. RequiredWhat you will doPromotes effective relationships among all disciplines to achieve quality outcomes and a culture of safety.Engages in creating an Interprofessional environment that promotes respect, trust, and integrity.Communicates to lead change, influence others, and resolve conflict.Embraces and leads practice innovations and role performance to promote ongoing personal and professional growth among team members.Mentors team and others to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.Demonstrates authority, ownership, accountability, and responsibility for appropriate delegation of nursing care to support patient throughput and capacity management.Must remain clinically competent to perform direct patient care.Must be able to link organization objectives and strategic planning to department goals and operations.Supports the direction and vision of the organization and is able to communicate that effectively to the team.Uses critical thinking to identify and prioritize responsibilities and activities.Problem-solves and makes decisions using professional judgement.Participates in developing staff through education and competencies.Responsible for creating a welcoming environment and successful orientation for new team members.Responsible for staff performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback and ongoing coaching.Proficient in staffing and scheduling practices to optimize our ability to care for patients and remain fiscally responsible.Enforces compliance with standards of patient care and regulatory requirements.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeHas Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 HoursCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDriving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling: Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling: Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing: Frequently 3-5 HoursKneeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursLifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbsOperate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsPushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 HoursSitting: Frequently 3-5 HoursStanding: Frequently 3-5 HoursStooping: Frequently 3-5 HoursTalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking ConditionsBurn: Rarely less than 1 hourChemical: Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDusts: Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical: Occasionally 1-3 HoursExplosive: Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 HoursMechanical: Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick: Frequently 3-5 HoursNoise/Sounds: Frequently 3-5 HoursOther Atmospheric Conditions: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Occasionally 1-3 HoursRadiant Energy: Occasionally 1-3 HoursRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Frequently 3-5 HoursRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Occasionally 1-3 HoursHazards (other): Occasionally 1-3 HoursVibration: Rarely less than 1 hourWet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourWorking Conditions Comments:Majority of work time is spent in pleasant interior, well-lighted, climate controlled environment.Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.