Charge Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics

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

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care in Tucson, AZ seeks an Orthopedics Charge Nurse (RN) to lead clinical operations on the orthopedic unit. You will coordinate patient care, supervise staff, and ensure adherence to standards of care and patient needs.

The role requires graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, at least 1 year of RN experience including ICU, Arizona RN license, and specialty certification within 3 years (e.g., CCRN).

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical RN experience; ICU experience preferred.
• Proficiency with patient care and communication equipment.
• Current Arizona Nursing License and specialty certification within 3 years (e.g., CCRN).
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act.
• BSN degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise patient care and unit operations during assigned shifts.
• Serve as a designee for unit matters in the absence of the nurse manager/director.
• Evaluate staffing needs considering caregiver mix, patient volume, acuity, and staff availability.
• Communicate effectively with team members and troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Reinforce organizational values through role-modeling behavior.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Clinical RN experience

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Education

Graduation from accredited School of Nursing

Arizona Nursing License

CCRN certification (within 3 years)

Job description

Role Overview: The Orthopedics Charge Nurse (RN) is a clinical leader responsible for coordinating and evaluating patient care, staff, and unit activities in an orthopedic setting. They assist the nurse manager/director by supervising daily operations, managing staffing, and ensuring quality care based on professional standards and patient needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and supervise patient care and unit operations during assigned shifts.
• Serve as a designee for unit matters in the absence of the nurse manager/director.
• Evaluate staffing needs considering caregiver mix, patient volume, acuity, and staff availability.
• Communicate effectively with team members and troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Reinforce organizational values through role-modeling behavior.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical RN experience, including ICU (preferably Neuro ICU).
• Proficiency with patient care and communication equipment, adaptable to healthcare technology changes.
• Current Arizona Nursing License and specialty certification within 3 years (e.g., CCRN).
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act.

Preferred Qualifications:

BSN degree is preferred but not required.