Emergency Room Charge RN - Lead Care & Flow (Day)

PIH Health Hospital; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 73,012 - 121,228; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as Charge Nurse on days, overseeing direct patient care and staff coordination. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, with leadership and collaboration across multiple units.

The ideal candidate holds a California RN license, BLS certification, and demonstrates ongoing education. BSN/MSN preferred; prior acute care experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license.
• Evidence of continuing education.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• BSN/MSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and staff needs; coordinate care delivery and patient flow.
• Serve as role model and resource for nursing staff.
• Provide direct patient care and leadership as Charge Nurse.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Leadership abilities

Clinical education

Basic computer skills

Patient/family teaching

Education

California RN license

BLS certification

BSN/MSN preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

PIH Health Downey Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as Charge Nurse on days, overseeing direct patient care and staff coordination. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, with leadership and collaboration across multiple units.

The ideal candidate holds a California RN license, BLS certification, and demonstrates ongoing education. BSN/MSN preferred; prior acute care experience is advantageous.