Charge RN Medical Surgical Ortho

Dignity Health; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health's Chandler Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Surgical Ortho Charge RN to lead a department of frontline nurses caring for acutely ill patients. Your acute care and nursing home experience adds value to the team and patient outcomes.

You will mentor staff, evaluate care, and coordinate patient flow, while engaging in tough conversations and advocating for colleagues. This is a values-driven, patient-centric role at a 443-bed acute care hospital.

Qualifications

• RN license in AZ is required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS within six months.
• Two years RN experience in acute care or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Mentors others in competency, documentation, and safety practices.
• Evaluates staff care and coaches to improve outcomes.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Coordinates ethics discussions and Ethics Consults when required.
• Manages patient flow on the unit to ensure timely care.
• Attends hospital bed board meetings.

Skills

RN Experience

ACLS

BLS

AZ RN

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN (Preferred)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Medical Surgical Ortho Charge RN, 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, and participation in inservice education.

• Evaluates care given by staff, coaches to improve care, and ensures standard of care is maintained.

• Provides direct patient care as needed.

• 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.

• Attends hospital-wide bed board meetings.

Job Requirements

Required

• Associate Of Nursing and Two (2) years RN experience within applicable clinical specialty and/or charge nurse experience

• Registered Nurse: AZ

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support

• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within six (6) months

Preferred

• Bachelors of Science Nursing

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Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

Imagine working in an environment where your experience and dedication truly makes a difference, guided by Dignity Health's profound values: Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Quality. Here, patient-first care isn't just a motto – it's our daily practice. As a leading 443-bed acute care hospital, we champion interdisciplinary teamwork and the highest standards of safety, because our patients, and you, deserve nothing less.

For over 50 years, Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been a trusted partner to the vibrant East Valley community. This means you'll be joining a stable, growing organization with a rich history of service and innovation. We're passionate about your professional growth, offering extensive training, comprehensive resources, and abundant career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

If you're a dedicated, compassionate professional eager for a dynamic, patient-centered career with one of Arizona's 'Most Admired Companies,' and you thrive in a truly supportive environment, we invite you to discover how your passion can transform lives at CRMC. Explore our opportunities and become a part of a team that celebrates you.

Pay Range

$42.85 - $63.77 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.