Charge RN - Telemetry

Astrana Health Management; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health Management seeks a Telemetry Charge Nurse for our location at 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780. This leadership role provides shift oversight, coordinates patient care, and mentors frontline nurses in a fast-paced telemetry unit.

The ideal candidate has CA RN licensure, strong leadership, and 2+ years in acute care as a Charge or Lead RN, with BLS/ACLS. Onsite work, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• 2+ years as Charge or Lead RN in acute hospital
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide shift oversight and leadership for telemetry
• Coordinate staffing, oversee unit workflow, mentor staff
• Maintain direct patient care while directing shift operations
• Foster teamwork and high-quality patient outcomes

Skills

RN leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Mentoring

Adaptability

Education

Registered Nurse license (CA)

BSN preferred

Job description

Charge RN - Telemetry

Department: 6151-Telemetry

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 ("HOSPITAL")

Compensation: $43.00 - $54.00 / hour

Description

About the Role Are you an experienced Telemetry RN with a passion for leadership, patient advocacy, and clinical excellence? We are seeking a dynamic Telemetry Charge Nurse to provide shift oversight, support frontline caregivers, and ensure exceptional patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.

In this influential leadership role, you will serve as the clinical resource and operational leader for the department, coordinating patient care activities, supporting nursing staff, and fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and high-quality outcomes.

Our Values

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

The Telemetry Charge Nurse provides clinical and operational leadership for the assigned shift, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and adherence to nursing practice standards. This role coordinates staffing assignments, oversees unit workflow, supports patient care delivery, and serves as a mentor and clinical resource to nursing staff.

The Charge Nurse maintains direct patient care responsibilities while directing shift operations, resolving issues in real time, facilitating effective communication across disciplines, and ensuring a productive and supportive care environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong clinician ready to expand their leadership impact while remaining actively engaged in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current, active, and unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• At least 2 years' experience and knowledge as a Charge or Lead RN in acute hospital setting
• Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Demonstrated leadership, delegation, and critical thinking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Enviornmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

Our organization follows an in person work structure where the expectation is to work onsite on a weekly basis. The hospital is located at 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780. The total compensation target pay range for this role is $43.00 - $53.00 per hour.

• 8 hours = Base rate/ Hours over 8 in a 12 hr. shift are 1.5x base rate.

The salary range represents our national target range for this role. Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

Additional Information

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.