Registered Nurse - RN - Charge Nurse - Surgery

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Canyon Vista Medical Center is a 106 bed Joint Commission Accredited offering a number of specialty services. We are proud to serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, American College of Radiology Accredited Facility, as well as many other state of the art services to ensure our patients are cared for.

Where We Are :

Sierra Vista, Arizona is a flourishing city located 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Thanks to our year-round temperate climate, affordable housing, low cost of living, access to healthcare and education facilities, not to mention the breathtaking natural beauty of majestic mountain ranges and the San Pedro River and outdoor activities, Cochise County residents enjoy an excellent quality of life.

Why Choose Us :

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance for qualified applicants

And much more

Join our team in a supportive environment that fosters growth and learning. Work with cutting-edge technology. Utilize your expertise in plan-of-care interventions, patient advocacy, assessment skills, critical thinking, and life-saving interventions to impact not only the lives of the patients you care for but their loved ones as well.

Position Summary : The RN Charge Nurse

supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift. Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work / patient flow. Provides direct patient care as needed.

Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving. May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes. Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels. Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers. Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care. Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols. Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred.

Must have an active Arizona or Compact RN License.

2 years of experience preferred.

Must obtain ACLS and CPR within 90 days of hire.

EEOC Statement :

Canyon Vista Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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