Pre/Post-Op Charge Nurse & Unit Leader

Kumc; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as Unit Coordinator/Charge Nurse in the Pre/Post Surgery area (Bell). The role includes assigning staff, managing throughput, and ensuring high standards of patient care while coordinating with leadership to meet productivity and budget goals.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN, BLS certification, and eligibility for multi-state licensure. The position emphasizes mentorship, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement within the unit.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate.
• Bachelor Degree in Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provides charge nurse responsibilities, including assignments, management of throughput, staffing to matrix, and responding to patient and staff needs.
• Manages a patient care assignment as indicated by patient care needs.
• Assists with hiring, education and performance evaluation of the staff.
• Works with the Nurse Manager and Human Resources in performance management counseling and discipline of staff.
• Instructs staff and ensures compliance with standards through daily on-going monitoring and performance management.
• Serves as a role model and mentor for excellence in clinical practice and patient and employee satisfaction.
• Takes personal responsibility for achieving productivity targets and budget compliance.
• Has primary involvement and responsibility for unit performance improvement activities and outcomes.

Education

High School Graduate

Bachelor Degree Nursing

Job description

Bell Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as Unit Coordinator/Charge Nurse in the Pre/Post Surgery area (Bell). The role includes assigning staff, managing throughput, and ensuring high standards of patient care while coordinating with leadership to meet productivity and budget goals.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN, BLS certification, and eligibility for multi-state licensure. The position emphasizes mentorship, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement within the unit.