Pediatric Day Surgery Charge Nurse - Lead Care Team

Valley Children's Healthcare; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Children's Hospital's Day Surgery Charge Nurse role oversees the operations of the Day Surgery unit during daytime shifts, guiding nursing staff, coordinating patient flow from preop to discharge, and ensuring safe, timely care for pediatric patients.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, CA RN license, and BLS/PALS within specified windows; a minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience is expected, with pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years full-time nursing experience (required)
• Pediatric experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of a defined patient care unit during a shift.
• Monitor, evaluate, and direct patient care by staff.
• Coordinate unit activities and staff assignments.
• Assist with recruitment, hiring, and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with Nursing Practice Act and hospital policies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Delegation

Communication

Customer service

Bilingual skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelors Degree Nursing

Job description

Valley Children's Hospital's Day Surgery Charge Nurse role oversees the operations of the Day Surgery unit during daytime shifts, guiding nursing staff, coordinating patient flow from preop to discharge, and ensuring safe, timely care for pediatric patients.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree, CA RN license, and BLS/PALS within specified windows; a minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience is expected, with pediatric experience preferred.