Charge RN: Unit Leader for High-Quality Patient Care

Northwest Health - Porter; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health - Porter in Valparaiso, IN is seeking an RN Charge to oversee a nursing unit during shifts, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with policies. You will supervise staff, coordinate with healthcare teams, and promote a positive work environment.

Responsibilities include supervising, evaluating performance, ensuring patient care plans, leading infection control, and participating in quality improvement. A valid RN license and BLS are required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• RN - Registered Nurse licensure required (state or compact).
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks as needed.
• Oversees assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Coordinates care with interdisciplinary teams and manages patient flow.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and departments.
• Monitors safety, infection control, and compliance with policies.
• Leads quality improvement initiatives and audits.
• Ensures staffing and resources are optimized for unit needs.
• Provides leadership during emergencies and supports professional development.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Effective communication

Leadership and mentoring

Prioritization and multitasking

Clinical documentation tools

Infection control knowledge

Critical thinking

Job description

Northwest Health - Porter in Valparaiso, IN is seeking an RN Charge to oversee a nursing unit during shifts, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with policies. You will supervise staff, coordinate with healthcare teams, and promote a positive work environment.

Responsibilities include supervising, evaluating performance, ensuring patient care plans, leading infection control, and participating in quality improvement. A valid RN license and BLS are required; ACLS preferred.