Clinical Nurse Leader Emergency Department

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ seeks an experienced RN Charge Nurse for the Emergency Department, a Level III Trauma Center with ADC 100. This full-time role leads nursing staff, collaborates with physicians and support teams, and ensures high-quality patient care while maintaining safety standards and regulatory compliance.

The position offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible experienced RNs and a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience in ED required.
• Prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing and support staff; delegate tasks.
• Evaluate staff performance; provide feedback.
• Oversee patient care planning and evaluation.
• Coordinate care with healthcare teams; ensure patient flow.
• Handoff communication and unit huddles.
• Monitor bed assignments and resource use.
• Lead infection control and safety initiatives.
• Respond to emergencies within the unit.
• Support professional development of nursing staff.
• Comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical oversight

Infection control

Education

RN license

BCLS certified

ACLS certified

PALS certified

Job description

$20,000 sign on bonus for eligible, experienced RN's!

This is a full time position working day shift in the Emergency Department at Northwest Medical Center!

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced charge nurse for our Emergency Department, a Level III Trauma Center with an Average Daily Census (ADC) of 100. In this role, you will collaborate closely and have support from: nursing leadership, house supervisors, resource nurses, physicians, and mid-level providers. Our Emergency Department also has designated Respiratory Therapy and Environmental Services (EVS) personnel available within the unit.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Job Summary

The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
• Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
• Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
• Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience in ED required
• Prior leadership or charge nurse experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex patient care.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to manage staff and promote a positive work environment.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and manage multiple patients and tasks.
• Proficiency in using hospital information systems and clinical documentation tools.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement practices.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for addressing unit challenges and emergencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required

Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, Level III Trauma Center, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. NMC provides a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work. Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.