RN Charge ICU Nights

Position is a Full Time Night shift in the ICU at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center

Join a group of helpful individuals—who want you to be successful in a fast paced environment with support from a close-knit team of professionals all united in their efforts to deliver top-notch care, and customer service to our patients! Find camaraderie in daily huddles and collaborate among teams.

What you will do:

The ICU at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center is a 20 bed unit with a patient population of critically ill adults who may require life support. These patients can be medical or cardiovascular requiring intensive care trained RN's.

Working in the ICU at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center offers nurses the opportunity to build advanced clinical skills in a truly high‑acuity environment. Unlike smaller units - where RNs are often floated and may see less complex cases - our ICU provides consistent, hands‑on experience with critically ill patients, promoting faster professional growth and deeper clinical confidence. The unit is active and highly interactive, giving nurses a strong sense of teamwork and purpose as they collaborate on rapid interventions and dynamic patient needs.

ICU nurses here also participate in the Rapid Response Team, gaining invaluable exposure to hospital‑wide emergencies and sharpening their ability to manage urgent situations. With strong cardiac case volume and the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated Cardiac Center, Western Arizona offers an exceptional environment for nurses looking to expand expertise, stay engaged, and advance their careers in critical care.

What we offer:

Our nurses enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification renewal reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and up to $20K for student loan payments.

Working with a highly supportive and engaged team
And much more…

Job Summary

The RN Charge oversees the operations of a nursing unit during assigned shifts, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care. This role supervises nursing staff, coordinates care with healthcare teams, and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies while fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional development.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and supports nursing and support staff, delegating tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates staff performance, providing feedback and coaching to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversees the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, ensuring patient care plans are followed and adjusted as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and resolve issues related to patient flow or care delivery.
• Ensures effective communication among physicians, patients, families, and hospital departments, including managing shift handoffs and unit huddles.
• Monitors patient flow, manages bed assignments, and optimizes resource utilization within the unit.
• Conducts employee and patient rounding to evaluate care delivery and satisfaction.
• Monitors adherence to safety standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies, addressing non-compliance promptly.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures necessary medical supplies are available and properly utilized while maintaining cost-effective resource management.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff and ensures training needs are met.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention by conducting audits, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to protocols for hand hygiene, sterilization, and use of PPE.
• Responds to emergencies within the unit, providing leadership and direct care as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience required

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to oversee complex…