General Medicine Charge Nurse

Our promise to you:

Joining Advent Health is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Advent Health is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team.

All while understanding that together we are even better.

• Benefits from Day One:
  Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Night (United States of America)

Address: 2525 S DOWNING ST, DENVER, Colorado, 80210

• Coordinate patient care across various departments, including PACU, inpatient units, Radiology, and anesthesia.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient assessments and medical orders.
• Monitor patient progress, continuously assess and document progress, and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members, including physicians, anesthesiologists, and other providers, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
• Manage daily schedules, organize and oversee the daily endoscopy schedule, and ensure appropriate staffing and equipment availability.
• Prioritize patient needs based on acuity and urgency, ensuring timely and efficient care.
• Serve as a resource for staff regarding procedures, equipment, and patient care, providing guidance and support.
• Facilitate effective communication among healthcare team members to promote continuity of care.
• Supervise and direct the activities of nursing assistants and support staff, ensuring adherence to care standards and evaluating performance.
• Educate patients and families about care plans, treatments, and health management to promote self‑care and disease management.
• Respond promptly to emergencies, providing immediate care and stabilizing patients.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, ensuring high standards of patient care and efficient operation of the unit.

• Use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patients, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes.
• Basic computer skills – navigate Microsoft Windows‑based programs.
• Supervision experience and skills.
• Maintain current license and knowledge of nursing care requirements for all patients on the unit.
• Identify real/potential problems affecting the service and implement solutions with follow‑through and communication.
• Support staff involvement in project teams/committees as evidenced by discussion in minutes.
• Complete projects with consideration for quality, practice, and educational components.
• Participate in or chair projects or committees as volunteered or assigned.
• Consult with patients/families through primary nurse request, direct family request, and/or direct assessment of patient/family response to hospitalization.
• Collaborate with the department of education and training to plan for orientation of new personnel and unit‑specific education/in‑service as documented.
• Monitor mandatory educational activities of personnel on the unit to ensure individual and unit compliance.
• Meet with the director on an ongoing basis to discuss plans, progress, problems, and needs of unit.
• In collaboration with the director, manage fiscal operations of the department to ensure proper utilization of organizational and financial resources.
• Manage hours worked, including overtime for all unit personnel; monitor and control supply use.
• Ensure operational excellence; deliver quality services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Collaborate with the nurse leader to establish department policies and procedures that reflect the organization’s standards.
• Manage human resources to ensure quality services and promote positive…