Charge Nurse Surgery

UCHealth; Colorado; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHealth is seeking a Charge Nurse for Surgery (Nights) to coordinate patient care and lead the OR nursing team in a fast-paced academic medical setting. This role oversees shift operations, assigns staff, supports surgeons and anesthesiologists, and ensures adherence to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.

It also mentors nurses, supports staff development, and promotes a collaborative, patient-first culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversees OR shift operations and assigns staff.
• Supports surgeons and anesthesiologists during procedures.
• Ensures adherence to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.
• Mentors nurses and supports staff development.
• Manages patient flow and responds to emergencies.
• Communicates with families and documents care accurately.
• Partners with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality surgical outcomes.

Job description

UCHealth is seeking a Charge Nurse for Surgery (Nights) to coordinate patient care and lead the OR nursing team in a fast-paced, academic medical setting. This role oversees shift operations, assigns staff, supports surgeons and anesthesiologists, and ensures adherence to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards. The Charge Nurse mentors nurses, supports staff development, and promotes a collaborative, patient-first culture. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, responding to emergencies, communicating with families, documenting care accurately, and partnering with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality surgical outcomes.