IMCU Day Shift Charge Nurse

Northwest Health - Porter; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health - Porter in Valparaiso, IN seeks an RN Charge to oversee the nursing unit during assigned shifts, guiding staff, coordinating care, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role focuses on high-quality patient care, team leadership, shift handoffs, bed management, and continuous professional development within a supportive environment.

This leadership position requires strong clinical knowledge, effective communication, and a commitment to safety, infection control, and quality

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• RN license in state or compact state.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises nursing and support staff and delegates tasks.
• Evaluates staff performance and coaches for improvement.
• Oversees patient care planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinates with healthcare teams to optimize patient flow.
• Ensures clear communication among physicians, patients, and departments.
• Monitors bed assignments and resource utilization.
• Participates in rounds and quality improvement activities.
• Ensures adherence to safety, infection control, and policies.

Skills

Staff supervision

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Infection control

Critical thinking

Mentoring & coaching

Education

RN licensure and certification

Tools

Hospital information systems

Job description

Northwest Health - Porter in Valparaiso, IN seeks an RN Charge to oversee the nursing unit during assigned shifts, guiding staff, coordinating care, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role focuses on high-quality patient care, team leadership, shift handoffs, bed management, and continuous professional development within a supportive environment.

This leadership position requires strong clinical knowledge, effective communication, and a commitment to safety, infection control, and quality