Charge RN: Nurse Leader & Mentor in Acute Care

CommonSpirit Health; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs is seeking a Charge Nurse to oversee a department of frontline nurses and drive high-quality patient care. You will mentor staff, manage daily operations, and uphold regulatory standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role emphasizes accountability, effective 1:1 and group communication, and the ability to lead tough conversations while supporting staff development and patient satisfaction goals.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an RN nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license (NE) required at hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required at hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 5 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients.
• Advocate for staff development and help reach department goals.
• Communicate clearly in 1:1 and group settings; handle difficult conversations.
• Assist with unit scheduling and daily work plans.
• Ensure staff maintain certifications per regulatory requirements.
• Guide interviewing and contribute to staff performance feedback.
• Assist in budget development and payroll/timekeeping activities.
• Support quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Education

RN nursing program

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs is seeking a Charge Nurse to oversee a department of frontline nurses and drive high-quality patient care. You will mentor staff, manage daily operations, and uphold regulatory standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role emphasizes accountability, effective 1:1 and group communication, and the ability to lead tough conversations while supporting staff development and patient satisfaction goals.