Job Description:Working with the department manager, the RN Charge Nurse provides leadership and clinical expertise on their respective shift and department. They coordinate unit resources to ensure appropriate staffing levels based on the unique needs of patients on the unit, both clinically and financially. They function as clinical support for staff and are a role model of competency and professionalism.
Are you a skilled and compassionate Charge RN looking for an exciting opportunity in Pre Surgical Care Lutheran Hospital in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Charge Registered Nurse in Pre Surgical Care to join our team!You.You bring your body, mind, heart and spirit to your work as a Charge Pre Surgical CareRegistered Nurse.You know how to stay organized and move fast. You respond calmly in high pressure situations.You’re generous with your thoughts, your partnerships, and especially your passion for patient care.You’re great at what you do, but you want to be part of something even greater. Because you believe that while individuals can be strong, the right team is invincible.Us.Lutheran Hosptial has served the Wheat Ridge and surrounding communities for more than 100 years. It has evolved from humble beginnings as a tuberculosis sanitarium into one of the best hospitals in the country, including its Level II trauma designation. Lutheran opened a brand new facility in 2024 to give community members greater access to life saving emergency services. Conveniently located by I-70, Lutheran welcomes patients from all over the Denver Metro area. Our Operating Room boasts 9 surgical suites with one heart room and one cystoscopy room. Main OR specialties include: OB-GYN, Orthopedics (largest service line), General Surgery, Cardiac, Neuro, ENT, Urology, Plastics and Podiatry. We also have DaVinci robotics on-site.We are proud to be a Heart and Neurovascular Center, an accredited Chest Pain Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a Level II Trauma Center.Lutheran Hospital is part of Intermountain Health, a faith-based, nonprofit healthcare organization that focuses on person-centered care. Our 249-bed community-based hospital has been awarded the highest national recognition possible for nursing excellence - Magnet designation - by the ANCC. We are proud to extend the mission of Intermountain Health by providing comprehensive, specialty care to the poor, the vulnerable, our communities and each other. Dating back to 1905, we are proud of the rich history and inspiring mission our hospital has embodied for over 110 years. Benefits are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more than a well-working body: it encompasses body, mind and social well-being. To that end, we’ve launched a Healthy Living program to address your holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and paid time off. We also offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.Life in Colorado – Outdoor Attractions & EntertainmentLutheran Hospital is conveniently located near I-70, offering easy access to Colorado’s breathtaking outdoor recreation. Enjoy:Red Rocks Park & Amphitheatre – A world-famous outdoor concert venue surrounded by stunning rock formations.Rocky Mountain National Park – Home to over 110 hiking trails, alpine lakes, and breathtaking mountain views.Garden of the Gods – A spectacular natural landmark featuring towering red rock formations and scenic trails.Peak to Peak Scenic Byway – A stunning 55-mile drive offering unmatched views of the Continental Divide.Vail & Breckenridge Ski Resorts – World-class skiing and snowboarding destinations within a short drive.Hot Springs & Alpine Lakes – Relax in natural hot springs or explore crystal-clear mountain lakes.Denver’s Cultural Scene – Museums, theaters, and vibrant nightlife just a short trip awayEssential FunctionsPerforms appropriate assessment of physical, social, and psychological status (including cognitive, communicative and developmental skills as appropriate).Seeks and evaluates information acquired from other members of interdisciplinary team: patient, family, physician, non-nursing disciplines, support staff, others.Uses assessment information and critical thinking skills to collaboratively develop individualized plan of care. Actively seeks patient, family, team, and physician involvement to develop plan of care including needed education.Collaboratively plans and prepares patients for further support needs once the current episode of care outcomes are met (i.e., teaching, referrals, and follow-up).Directs the interdisciplinary care team via delegation, coordination, and collaboration. Provides or delegates care consistent with plan of care, guidelines of care, and professional licensure provisions.Demonstrates the ability to set priorities and to coordinate and organize patient care delivery through managing time, supplies, and resources.Evaluates patient response to interventions through review of achievement of goals, clinical outcomes, and patient and family satisfaction. Revises plan of care as indicated and reassesses changes as appropriate.Demonstrates professional behavior. Ensures staff accountability to the same standards. Encourages nursing professionalism by coaching and developing others.Integrates legal and ethical standards into practice, complies with regulatory standards, practices within scope of licensure, provides accurate & timely documentation, and understands legal implications of care delivery.Estimates current and next shift staffing needs to deliver optimal patient care. Matches nurse skill levels with patient requirements.Manages premium pay and overtime efficiently for cost-effectiveness and allocates resources appropriately.Accountable for operational and clinical leadership of the unit or department including setting clear expectations and holding staff accountable for outcomes and behaviors.Mediates conflicts between staff, families, physicians, and other departments.Acts as a resource for setting clear expectations related to hourly rounds, communication boards, and joint bedside report.Guides others and initiates conversations using appropriate tools to resolve problems and to encourage accountability and professional growth.Supports and enforces Intermountain and unit policies and procedures to ensure safety, quality, compliance, and patient care.Activates chain of command, rapid response, or code alerts when appropriate to facilitate patient and staff safety.Actively participates in and facilitates continuous quality improvement in areas of clinical care, service experience, and operational effectiveness.Required to complete Charge Nurse training.SkillsAssessmentPlanningImplementationEvaluationCollaborationLeadershipCommunicationMinimum QualificationsCurrent license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.Unit Specific Certification as required (i.e., ACLS, PALS, etc.).Experience in assigned clinical area.Mentoring experience.Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution (degree will be verified). Registered Nurses (RNs) hired or promoted into this role must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four years of their hire or promotion date. If there is an existing education agreement, that agreement will take precedence.Preferred QualificationsOne year of clinical nursing leadership experience.Physical Requirements:Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Location:Intermountain Health Lutheran HospitalWork City:Wheat RidgeWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$42.00 - $59.18We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. 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