RN Clinical Leader — Med-Surg/Ortho

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Virginia seeks a capable Charge Nurse to direct and supervise patient care during assigned shifts, make rounds, and ensure clinical standards are met.

The role analyzes shift workload, coordinates transfers and admissions, handles bed allocations, and mentors new hires. Strong leadership and nursing licensure in Virginia required.

You will collaborate with the Nurse Manager to ensure staffing coverage and support unit operations and education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Virginia or compact state.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years in a specialized area with Charge Nurse or equivalent supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise patient care during assigned shifts.
• Make rounds on all patients to ensure current clinical patient care standards are met.
• Analyze shift workload to determine staffing needs.
• Pursue coverage for call-ins and unexpected staffing needs with the Nurse Manager.
• Coordinate transfers, admissions, and discharges for effective throughput.
• Assign bed allocations and patient assignments per staff competence.
• Consult with the Nurse Manager on unit activities and problems.
• Facilitate daily operations and workflow on assigned areas.
• Organize and reprioritize work based on staff and patient needs.

Skills

Direct supervision

Staffing analysis

Bed management

Mentoring

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

RN license in Virginia

Job description

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Virginia seeks a capable Charge Nurse to direct and supervise patient care during assigned shifts, make rounds, and ensure clinical standards are met.

The role analyzes shift workload, coordinates transfers and admissions, handles bed allocations, and mentors new hires. Strong leadership and nursing licensure in Virginia required.

You will collaborate with the Nurse Manager to ensure staffing coverage and support unit operations and education initiatives.