Charge Nurse (RN) - Cardiac

Tenet; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Abrazo West Campus is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to coordinate clinic unit functions and scheduling for the unit. The role acts as liaison to pre-hospital providers, medical staff, and hospital administration while developing and implementing plans to meet regulatory requirements.

The position includes training and mentoring staff, managing day-to-day staffing decisions, and ensuring quality patient care across RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.

Qualifications

• Nurse must hold a valid RN license in Arizona.
• L&D track requires advanced fetal monitoring certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care according to designated standards and practices; supervise care delivered by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Manage staffing and orientation for new hires; coordinate department activity and ensure competency checks are completed.
• Coordinate and support customer service for internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Change management

Decision making under stress

Education

RN degree from accredited nursing program

L&D advanced fetal monitoring or within 6 months

Job description

Sign-on Bonus: Up to $15,000 Bonus Based on Eligibility

Job Summary

Coordinates functions and activities related to a single departmental function. Position is responsible for a clinic unit. Position coordinates the scheduling efforts of the unit RN's. Acts as liaison person to internal and external customers (i.e., pre-hospital providers, medical and nursing staff, hospital administration). Responsible for developing and implementing plans/processes for meeting regulatory requirements. Trains and mentors staff.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care: Provides patient care according to designated standards and practices. Assists in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the appropriateness and effectiveness of patient care. Makes assignments, delegates and supervises care provided by other RNs, LPNs and CNAs by matching patient care needs with resources and competencies.
• Employee Development and Management: Responsible for day to day staffing and making appropriate decision based on patient needs and skill level of caregiver. Assist with the orientation process for new team members in collaboration with nursing management, RN staff, and other team members. Schedules the department's day to day activies i.e. breaks, sending people home, etc. Coordinates and participates in assuring completion of the orientation competency checklist for new hires and annual competencies for all employees.
• Customer Service
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Special Skills

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively implement change and assist with the management of departmental budget.
• Must be able to independently make decisions in high-stress situations.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school
• L&D only: Advanced Fetal Monitoring or must obtain within six months of hire. updated 12/09/09.
• Experience: Two years relevant clinical nursing experience
• Level II EQ Only: A minimum of two years of current Level III NICU experience including neonatal ventilator.

License/Certifications:

• License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona. CPR. ACLS as applicable by Facility/by Department
• ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion.
• ER: PALS or ENPC required or must obtain within ninety days
• Post-partum, Nursery, L&D: NRP required upon orientation completion.
• Bariatrics: Certification or specialized training in bariatrics specialty area of practice.
• Wound Care: Wound-Ostomy Certification or Training in Wound Care and/or Ostomy Care.

Preferred Requirements

• BSN
• Management experience with two years supervisory. Certification in specialty area of practice preferred.
• License/Certification: PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred. ACLS.

#LI-AL1ABOUT US

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance.

At Abrazo West Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

ABOUT THE TEAM

Abrazo West Campus is recognized for providing exceptional, comprehensive care to patients in West Valley communities. The 200-bed acute care hospital offers advanced services, including the da Vinci Xi surgical platform, Level I Trauma Center, Loop-X system, orthopedics, obstetrics and cardiovascular care.