Charge Nurse (RN) - Cardiology

Northshore Home Health Care; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Tucson is seeking a Cardiology Charge Nurse (RN) to oversee patient care, staff coordination, and unit operations in a cardiac specialty area.

The role emphasizes staff mentorship, performance improvement, and effective communication to ensure quality and safety, with ICU/Neuro ICU background valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a valid Arizona Nursing License.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical RN experience, including 1 year in ICU (Neuro ICU preferred).
• CCRN or other clinical specialty certification within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse manager/director in managing patient care, staff performance, and unit operations during assigned shifts.
• Make patient and staff assignments, delegate tasks, and monitor care delivery to ensure quality and safety.
• Evaluate staffing needs based on patient acuity and volume, and support performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Serve as a role model for customer service, mentor staff, and support professional development through coaching and preceptorship.
• Handle immediate issues, troubleshoot problems, and communicate effectively with team members.
• Represent the unit on committees and support organizational values and mission.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Team learning support

Education

Arizona Nursing License

Job description

Role Overview:

This position is for a Cardiology Charge Nurse (RN) responsible for overseeing patient care, staff coordination, and unit activities within a cardiac specialty unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse manager/director in managing patient care, staff performance, and unit operations during assigned shifts.


• Make patient and staff assignments, delegate tasks, and monitor care delivery to ensure quality and safety.


• Evaluate staffing needs based on patient acuity and volume, and support performance improvement and quality initiatives.


• Serve as a role model for customer service, mentor staff, and support professional development through coaching and preceptorship.


• Handle immediate issues, troubleshoot problems, and communicate effectively with team members.


• Represent the unit on committees and support organizational values and mission.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing with a valid Arizona Nursing License.


• Minimum of 1 year clinical RN experience, including 1 year in ICU (preferably Neuro ICU).


• Certifications in clinical specialty (e.g., CCRN) within 3 years of hire.


• Effective communication skills, adaptability to healthcare technology, and ability to support team learning.