Perioperative Charge Nurse: Lead OR Throughput

The University of Kansas Health System; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend is seeking a Perioperative Services Charge Nurse to lead nursing operations in the Great Bend facility. You will oversee assignments, throughput, staffing to matrix, and respond to patient and staff needs while maintaining high-quality care.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, assisting with hiring and performance evaluations, and collaborating with the Nurse Manager to meet productivity and budget goals.

Qualifications

• Must have RN license (state).
• Associate degree in nursing required.
• Preferred BSN or higher degree.
• 2+ years clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides charge nurse responsibilities including assignments and throughput management.
• Manages a patient care assignment and collaborates with Nurse Manager.
• Assists with hiring, education and performance evaluation.
• Instructs staff and ensures compliance with standards.
• Mentors staff and drives productivity and budget compliance.
• Responsible for unit performance improvement activities.

Skills

Charge nurse leadership

Staff management

Throughput management

Performance coaching

RN license

CPR/BLS

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend is seeking a Perioperative Services Charge Nurse to lead nursing operations in the Great Bend facility. You will oversee assignments, throughput, staffing to matrix, and respond to patient and staff needs while maintaining high-quality care.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, assisting with hiring and performance evaluations, and collaborating with the Nurse Manager to meet productivity and budget goals.