Charge RN - Lead Nursing Team in Acute Care

CHI; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs is seeking a Charge RN to lead a department of frontline nurses, ensuring high-quality patient care and staff development. You will advocate for your team and manage daily operations, scheduling, and regulatory compliance in a dynamic, acute care environment.

You will be accountable for performance, communication, and continuous improvement, guiding staff through education and quality initiatives while maintaining a patient-centered care approach.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a RN nursing program.
• Registered Nurse: NE, upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 5 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients.
• Advocate for fellow nurses and support their growth and development.
• Ensure unit schedules, daily work plans and mandatory education.
• Maintain staff certifications and regulatory compliance.
• Lead patient care planning and assess care quality and outcomes.

Education

RN nursing program

Registered Nurse - NE license

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Job description

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs is seeking a Charge RN to lead a department of frontline nurses, ensuring high-quality patient care and staff development. You will advocate for your team and manage daily operations, scheduling, and regulatory compliance in a dynamic, acute care environment.

You will be accountable for performance, communication, and continuous improvement, guiding staff through education and quality initiatives while maintaining a patient-centered care approach.