Charge RN Medical Surgical

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Medical Surgical Charge RN on 4 West to oversee a frontline nursing team. The role values acute care experience from LTC or nursing homes and emphasizes accountability, strong communication, and leadership to meet department goals.

You will advocate for your nurses, support their growth, and ensure timely, high-quality patient care while handling challenging conversations and performance management.

Qualifications

• Two years RN Experience within applicable clinical specialty.
• Registered Nurse: AZ.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR.
• Bachelor's Of Nursing (preferred).
• Previous experience with personal computers.
• Recent acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Mentors others in competency, documentation, equipment use, plan of care, NPSG, and inservice education.
• Provides direct patient care as appropriate to meet patient and department needs.
• Coordinates Ethics Consult process for ethical dilemmas.
• Coordinates patient flow on the unit to facilitate timely and effective care.
• Utilizes Clinical Response Team (CRT) appropriately for the area.
• Demonstrates prioritization and critical thinking in crisis situations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Critical thinking

Education

Associate Of Nursing

Bachelor's Of Nursing

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Medical Surgical Charge RN on 4 West, you'll oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. Your previous experience in acute care, LTC, or nursing homes adds tremendous value to our nursing team. Every day you will advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential, which aligns with your department's operational goals and objectives. To thrive in this role, you need to be accountable and confident. You're an excellent communicator in 1:1 interactions and in front of groups. It's also important for you to be comfortable holding tough conversations, as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit.

• Mentors others in areas such as competency, documentation, equipment use, plan of care, National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG), and participation in inservice education.


• Provides direct patient care as appropriate to meet the needs of the patients and department.


• Exhibits a general understanding of the process for dealing with ethical dilemmas and understands and coordinates the process for obtaining an Ethics Consult.


• Coordinates patient flow on the unit to facilitate the provision of timely and effective care.


• Utilizes the Clinical Response Team (CRT) appropriately for the area.


• Demonstrates appropriate prioritization and critical thinking skills in critical situations.

Job Requirements

Required

• Associate Of Nursing


• Two years RN Experience within applicable clinical specialty


• Registered Nurse: AZ


• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

• Bachelors Of Nursing


• Previous experience with personal computers


• Recent acute care experience

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.


• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.


• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.


• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.


• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a fanin of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.