Registered Nurse - RN - PACU - Charge Nurse

Canyon Vista Medical Center; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Well-being programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Canyon Vista Medical Center in Sierra Vista, Arizona, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse for the PACU to lead and mentor nursing and support staff during assigned shifts. The role supports staffing decisions, patient flow, and high-quality perioperative care.

Four 10-hour shifts are typical, with some on-call coverage to meet after-hours and urgent needs. This is a dynamic, clinically focused nursing leadership position within Lifepoint Health's perioperative team.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required
• Active Arizona or Compact RN license required
• BLS required
• ACLS, PALS and Handle with Care certifications preferred
• One year of experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, census, acuity and workflow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies issues affecting outcomes.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and handles through established channels.
• Performs role-specific duties including admissions, discharges, and transfers coordination.
• Ensures staff has equipment and supplies for safe, quality care.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and protocols.
• Creates an environment that encourages professional growth.

Skills

Arizona RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Handle with Care

One year experience

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Charge Nurse

Job Type: Full-Time | Days

Schedule: 5 - 8 hour days, On-call required

Your Experience Matters At Canyon Vista Medical Center

Canyon Vista Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. At Canyon Vista Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our Perioperative Services Department provides the majority of surgical care for Cochise County, supporting a wide range of specialties including orthopedics, general surgery, urology, gynecology, podiatry, spine, vascular, and endoscopy. We are proud to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across the surgical continuum.

This is a dynamic and rewarding environment that offers meaningful work, strong teamwork, and ongoing opportunities for learning and professional growth. Our team is highly collaborative, with a shared focus on safety, efficiency, and excellent patient outcomes.

Perioperative Services is a great place to work, with schedules that are generally Monday through Friday, consisting of four 10-hour shifts. Some call coverage is required to support after-hours and urgent patient needs. The pace can be fast and at times demanding, but it is also highly fulfilling for those who enjoy hands‑on care and being part of a dedicated surgical team.

How You'll Contribute

The RN Charge Nurse supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.

Essential Functions

• Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem‑solving.
• May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
• Performs role‑specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
• Integrates evidence‑based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.

Why Join Us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a current Arizona or compact state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred.
• Must have an active Arizona or Compact RN License.
• BLS required.
• ACLS, PALS and Handle with Care certifications are preferred.
• One year of experience preferred

More About Canyon Vista Medical Center

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Canyon Vista Medical Center is located in Sierra Vista, Arizona and is a 106 bed Joint Commission Accredited offering a number of specialty services. We are proud to serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, American College of Radiology Accredited Facility, as well as many other state of the art services to ensure our patients are cared for.

EEOC Statement

Canyon Vista Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Canyon Vista Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.