Charge Nurse – Surgical Intensive Care

Under the direction of the nurse manager, the Charge Nurse provides an optimal practice environment and assists the nurse manager in overseeing and directing unit activities and personnel in order to ensure high quality patient care. Plans, organizes, controls and coordinates the department activities for a shift ensuring high quality patient care and efficient, cost-effective service. Adheres to the ANA Nursing Administration: Scope and Standards of Practice.

Required qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Internal Candidates Only: BSN or degree in progress

California Registered Nurse License upon hire

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire

Charge Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse experience

2 years Recent clinical experience in specialty area

Preferred qualifications:

Master's degree in nursing

Leadership experience