Lead Charge Nurse - Ortho/Neuro Unit | Day Shift

Kaweah Health; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kaweah Health Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to lead and mentor the unit team on a day 12-hour shift. You will oversee clinical operations, coordinate staffing, and ensure high-quality patient care in a dynamic hospital setting.

The role requires a California RN license, BLS, and relevant specialty experience; BSN preferred. Kaweah Health offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive leadership structure.

Qualifications

• License / Certification: CA RN license, BLS, Kaweah Health approved crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire/transfer.
• Education: Preferred BSN, MSN, or RN-BSN program.
• Experience: Minimum of two years RN experience in specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Is a primary clinical resource for staff on assigned unit and mentors staff.
• Manages staff and patient flow; prioritizes care based on acuity and census.
• Sets clear expectations and communicates them with the team during shifts.
• Collaborates across units to align patient care with unit goals and fiscal outcomes.
• Coordinates care in high-risk/emergent situations and informs leadership of critical issues.
• Promotes a positive professional environment and adheres to Kaweah Health policies.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Clinical assessment

SBAR communication

Education

CA RN license

BLS

Crisis intervention training (Kaweah Health approved)

Job description

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to lead and mentor the unit team on a day 12-hour shift. You will oversee clinical operations, coordinate staffing, and ensure high-quality patient care in a dynamic hospital setting.

The role requires a California RN license, BLS, and relevant specialty experience; BSN preferred. Kaweah Health offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive leadership structure.