Step Down Charge RN

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Charge Nurse at CHI St Vincent, you'll 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 patient's needs, the needs of your nursing team, or the needs of your unit. You'll advocate for your fellow nurses as you support them in reaching their full potential, which aligns with your department's operational goals and objectives.

To thrive in this role, you need to be accountable and confident. You're an excellent communicator in 1 : 1 interactions and in front of groups. It's also important for you to be comfortable holding tough conversations, as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit.

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

We are offering a sign on bonus up to $25,000 to hires who meet the eligibility requirements. We also offer additional pay for participation in our clinical ladder as well as referral bonuses, excellent benefits, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Job Requirements

Unencumbered license to practice as an RN in the State of Arkansas

2 years of acute care experience is required, preferably in a step down setting

BLS through the American Heart Association is required

Where You'll Work

CHI St. Vincent North is a 69 bed non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Sherwood, AR. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 139 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

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Pay Range

$36.36 - $47.66 / hour