Permanent Charge Nurse Emergency Dept Days

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

• The Charge Nurse is a Registered Nurse who, under the supervision of the Department Director or Manager, is responsible for assisting with patient care coordination, daily operational oversight, and frontline leadership
• This role supports direct patient care delivery while acting as a clinical resource, ensuring appropriate staffing, and maintaining quality standards across the unit

Essential Functions

• Performs all standard RN clinical care duties in accordance with the unit's patient population and scope of service
• Oversees daily operations of the assigned shift or unit, including patient assignments and workflow prioritization
• Assists in planning and coordinating care to ensure patient safety, satisfaction, and continuity
• Serves as a liaison between nursing staff, support personnel, physicians, and other departments
• Assists in staffing, timekeeping, and schedule coordination as delegated by the Nurse Manager
• Participates in staff mentoring, competency assessments, and performance feedback under direction of leadership
• Facilitates incident or event follow-up and documentation per policy
• Supports and ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and quality standards
• Provides guidance on problem solving and conflict resolution within the unit
• Acts as a role model for professional practice and promotes teamwork and accountability
• Participates in the development and implementation of departmental protocols and clinical improvements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong clinical knowledge of nursing practices, patient care procedures, and safety standards
• Effective communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle stress, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing conditions
• Skilled in critical thinking, team coordination, and resource management
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and standard clinical documentation practices

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant clinical nursing experience preferred
• Prior charge nurse or clinical leadership experience desirable