Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Career development opportunities

Health savings account

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus seeks a nurse manager to coordinate operations for a clinic unit, schedule RN staffing, and mentor the team. You will liaise with providers, nursing staff, and hospital administration to ensure compliant, high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes staff development, regulatory adherence, and effective communication in a fast-paced setting. A nursing degree and Arizona RN licensure are required, with ACLS/PALS/NRP applicable per department.

Qualifications

• Two years relevant clinical nursing experience.
• Arizona RN license (registered nurse)
• ACLS/PALS/NRP as applicable by department

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling for the unit's RNs and staff.
• Supervise and delegate care provided by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Mentor staff and oversee orientation and competencies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality initiatives.
• Act as liaison to internal and external customers (providers, staff, admin).

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Decision making under pressure

Change management

Education

Nursing degree

Advanced fetal monitoring certification (or obtained within 6 months)

Job description

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.

• 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
• Interacts with customers to assure professional conduct of staff. Establishes a mechanism to track customer service performance and takes corrective action to address any issues.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
• 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.

At Abrazo Scottsdale 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

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus is a full-service acute care hospital providing specialized services and home to the Abrazo Surgical Institute. The hospital offers comprehensive orthopedic care featuring navigational technology and sports medicine, outpatient rehabilitation services and enhanced diagnostic imaging as well as emergency care. Join our team!