Charge RN ED Nights

Northwest Medical Center Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center Tucson is seeking an experienced RN Charge Nurse for the Emergency Department. This full-time night shift role offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible, seasoned RNs and supports collaboration with nursing leadership and physicians in a Level III trauma center.

The RN Charge oversees staffing, patient flow, and care coordination while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Strong leadership and ED experience are essential for success and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of ED nursing experience required.
• Prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.
• Current RN license in good standing is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing unit operations during shifts and supervise staff.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and ensure patient flow.
• Monitor safety, infection control, and compliance with policies.

Skills

ED nursing

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Education

RN License

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Tools

EHR/HIS

Job description

$20,000 sign on bonus for eligible, experienced RN's! This is a full time position working night shift in the Emergency Department at Northwest Medical Center! We are seeking a dedicated and experienced charge nurse for our Emergency Department, a Level III Trauma Center with an Average Daily Census (ADC) of 100. In this role, you will collaborate closely and have support from: nursing leadership, house supervisors, resource nurses, physicians, and mid-level providers. Our Emergency Department also has designated Respiratory Therapy and Environmental Services (EVS) personnel available within the unit.

What we offer:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Job Summary: The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
• Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
• Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
• Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience in ED required.
• Prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks.
• Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required.
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required.

Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, Level III Trauma Center, Women's Center, and a large physician group; we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work.

Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.