Charge Nurse - Spine Center - FT - Night

Stormont Vail Health; Topeka, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health seeks a Charge Nurse for the Spine Center to oversee night shift operations in a busy Medical/Surgical unit. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, promote safety and efficiency, and coordinate patient throughput to maintain high-quality care.

The role requires a BSN or higher, Kansas RN licensure, and 2 years of acute care experience, with preferred supervision experience. Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN or higher preferred; current RN license in Kansas (KSBN) required.
• Minimum 2 years of related clinical experience in an acute care setting.
• Supervisor or charge-level experience preferred; leadership capabilities demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily operations of the Medical/Surgical department.
• Promote a safe, respectful, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Mentor staff, conduct performance evaluations, and provide ongoing coaching.
• Manage throughput and capacity to optimize patient flow and care.
• Delegate nursing care appropriately and ensure clinical competence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical nursing

Safety and risk management

Critical thinking

Staff mentorship

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

## Charge Nurse - Spine Center - FT - NightApply: Topeka, KS: Full time: Posted Today: req24033Position Status:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift (United States of America)Hours per week:36Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Responsible for the daily to day operations of the Medical/Surgical department. Promotes a strong team atmosphere through motivation, coaching, and conflict management. Prioritizes communication throughout the system and community to facilitate a multi-disciplinary approach to coordination of throughput and capacity management. Education Qualifications* Bachelor's Degree Bachelors of Science: Nursing (BSN) PreferredExperience Qualifications* 2 years Current experience in related clinical field in acute care facility. Preferred* Supervisor experience. PreferredSkills and Abilities* Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to rights of patient/significant other, as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)* Demonstrates awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)* Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and departmental functioning. Strives to manage situations in a manner, which minimizes risk to the patient and the institution. (Required proficiency)* Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)* Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, non-verbal and written methods. (Required proficiency)* Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medication administration and equipment calibration. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency)Licenses and Certifications* Registered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. RequiredWhat you will do* Promotes effective relationships among all disciplines to achieve quality outcomes and a culture of safety.* Engages in creating an Interprofessional environment that promotes respect, trust, and integrity.* Communicates to lead change, influence others, and resolve conflict.* Embraces and leads practice innovations and role performance to promote ongoing personal and professional growth among team members.* Mentors team and others to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.* Demonstrates authority, ownership, accountability, and responsibility for appropriate delegation of nursing care to support patient throughput and capacity management.* Must remain clinically competent to perform direct patient care.* Must be able to link organization objectives and strategic planning to department goals and operations.* Supports the direction and vision of the organization and is able to communicate that effectively to the team.* Uses critical thinking to identify and prioritize responsibilities and activities.* Problem-solves and makes decisions using professional judgement.* Participates in developing staff through education and competencies.* Responsible for creating a welcoming environment and successful orientation for new team members.* Responsible for staff performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback and ongoing coaching.* Proficient in staffing and scheduling practices to optimize our ability to care for patients and remain fiscally responsible.* Enforces compliance with standards of patient care and regulatory requirements.Required for All Jobs* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health* Performs other duties as assignedPatient Facing Options* Position is Patient FacingRemote Work Guidelines* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work Capability* On-Site; No RemoteScope* Has Supervisory Responsibility* No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical Demands* Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour* Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour* Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours* Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour* Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs* Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour* Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs* Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs* Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs* Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Walking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking Conditions* Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour* Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour* Electrical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour* Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour* Infectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour* Needle Stick: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Noise/Sounds: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Other Atmospheric Conditions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Radiant Energy: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Frequently 3-5 Hours* Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Hazards (other): Occasionally 1-3 Hours* Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour* Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourWorking Conditions Comments: Majority of work time is spent in pleasant interior, well-lighted, climate controlled environment.