Medical Surgical Trauma Charge Nurse
Medical Surgical Trauma Charge Nurse
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Job Description
Overview
Chandler Arizona has a stable suburban population with an economy anchored by many large financial and high tech companies. Located southeast of Phoenix Chandler is a skillfully developed community of friendly diverse neighborhoods with expansive parks great schools convenient shopping and excellent career opportunities.
For more than 50 years Dignity HealthsChandler Regional Medical Centerhas focused on quality patient care and service to the community. As the longest established hospital in the southeast valley Chandler Regional has provided care for the Chandler community since 1961. The hospital recently added a new five-story tower with 96 patient beds increasing the acute-care bed count to 338. This expansion increased emergency and trauma services as well as the surgical unit and intensive care offerings.
The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for: showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. At Chandler Regional our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. They are the reason we are able to live out our healing ministry within the communities we serve. Our doctors nurses and allied health professionals are a regular self-contained support system for each other. This unique working culture is one of the reasons why a career with us is so is the perfect time to come grow your career with one ofArizonas Most Admired Companies.
Responsibilities
As a Charge Nurse at Chandler Regional Medical Centeryoull oversee a department of frontline nurses caring for patients. Your previous experience in acute care adds tremendous value to our nursing team.
Every interaction is an opportunity to improve your understanding of a patients needs the needs of your nursing team or the needs of your unit. Youll advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential which aligns with your departments operational goals and objectives.
To thrive in this role you need to be accountable and confident. Youre an excellent communicator in 1:1 interactions and in front of groups. Its also important for you to be comfortable holding tough conversations as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to serve as leader and teammate
- Ensure your direct reports and department are positioned to deliver the best care possible to our patients
- High level of engagement with the floor- visibly connecting with nurses patients and families
- Attend meetings with leadership to learn about new initiatives areas for improvement etc. and share that information with your team
- Monitor productivity and efficiency of your department
- Mentor people on your team. Share your knowledge and confidence with assistant nurse managers charge nurses and others
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18000 over five years while part-time employees can receive up to $9000. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity!
While youre busy impacting the healthcare industry well take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision FSA matching retirement plans paid vacation adoption assistance and more.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Two (2) years RN experience within applicable clinical specialty
- ADN Diploma or foreign equivalent
- Current AZ State RN license in good standing
- Current American Heart Association BLS healthcare provider card
- American Heart Association ACLS obtained within six months of hire
Preferred:
- BSN
- Charge Nurse experience
- Previous experience with personal computers
Employment Type
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