Charge Nurse - Nights: Lead & Elevate Patient Care

University Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Charge Nurse to support the Clinical Manager and Nursing Director in daily unit operations. Responsibilities include staffing, assignments, resource management, and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes professional mentorship, participation in quality initiatives, and involvement in Magnet designation efforts and committee work within the organization.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
• BSN from an accredited school or program preferred.
• Active Kentucky RN license or compact license to practice in Kentucky.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by AHA.
• ACLS certification preferred unless department requires otherwise.
• National Nursing Certification in a specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate staffing and resource needs within the unit budget.
• Coordinate preceptor and nurse assignments to match patient acuity.
• Own unit operations on a shift-by-shift basis to ensure smooth care delivery.
• Model excellent customer relations and monitor service quality.
• Participate in staff evaluations and provide coaching as needed.
• Review and investigate incident reports; develop corrective action plans.

Skills

Staff scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN (preferred)

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Charge Nurse to support the Clinical Manager and Nursing Director in daily unit operations. Responsibilities include staffing, assignments, resource management, and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes professional mentorship, participation in quality initiatives, and involvement in Magnet designation efforts and committee work within the organization.