Charge Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

DayToDay Health; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

DayToDay Health in Avondale, AZ is seeking an experienced Operating Room Charge Nurse (RN) to oversee department functions, coordinate staffing, and liaise with surgeons and hospital staff to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The role requires strong communication, decision-making, and leadership in high-pressure environments, with responsibilities including developing regulatory plans, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Arizona.
• Minimum of two years of relevant clinical nursing experience; management experience preferred.
• BSN degree preferred; nursing diploma required.
• Certifications: CPR, ACLS (as applicable), PALS/ENPC, NRP, and specialty certifications if relevant.
• Effective communication, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and handle high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate unit activities and staff scheduling
• Lead and supervise healthcare team members
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Respond quickly to surgeon, patient, and staff needs
• Develop plans for regulatory compliance, supervise staff, and manage departmental activities to ensure optimal patient care and operational efficiency.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Decision-making abilities

Ability to work under high pressure

Education

Arizona RN license

Nursing diploma required

BSN preferred

Job description

Position Overview:

The OR - Operating Room Charge Nurse (RN) oversees departmental functions, coordinates staffing, and acts as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include developing and implementing plans to meet regulatory standards, training and mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality nursing care tailored to patients' physical and developmental needs. The role requires strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills to operate effectively in high-pressure environments.

Key Duties

• Coordinate unit activities and staff scheduling
• Lead and supervise healthcare team members
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Respond quickly to surgeon, patient, and staff needs
• Manage departmental processes and training programs

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse license in the state
• Minimum of two years of relevant clinical nursing experience; management experience preferred
• BSN degree preferred; nursing diploma required
• Certifications: CPR, ACLS (as applicable), PALS/ENPC, NRP, and specialty certifications if relevant
• Effective communication, organizational, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work independently and handle high-stress situations

Additional Responsibilities

Develop plans for regulatory compliance, supervise staff, and manage departmental activities to ensure optimal patient care and operational efficiency.