Charge Registered Nurse / RN Ortho Neuro Trauma

Ardent Health Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services’ BSA Hospital in Amarillo, TX seeks a day shift, full-time Ortho Neuro Trauma Charge Registered Nurse to lead nursing care for a shift. The role anchors patient flow and directs staff in delivering safe, evidence-based care.

Applicants must hold a TX RN license, obtain BLS within 14 days, and ACLS/PALS within 90 days, with 2+ years of acute care experience. Prior leadership is preferred; team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• RN license valid in Texas and current nursing credentials.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire or transfer, ACLS/PALS within 90 days.
• Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• The Charge Nurse delegates and coordinates patient care for a shift.
• Provides leadership to nursing staff and collaborates with the healthcare team to apply the nursing process.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

RN license (Texas)

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Ortho Neuro Trauma Charge Registered Nurse in Amarillo, TX.

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• BSA Hospital is a 445-bed hospital serving the Amarillo area for over 120 years and continues to be Amarillo’s preferred healthcare provider. At BSA, the focus is to provide quality healthcare in Christian love, service and dignity.

Responsibilities

• The Charge Nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation and coordination of patient care for a shift.
• She/he provides leadership to the staff by working cooperatively with the nursing staff and other members of the healthcare team to assure that care is given through utilization of the nursing process.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) in Texas
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• ACLS and PALS within 90 days of hire
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Prior leadership or charge nurse experience