Telemetry Charge Nurse

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Charge Nurse at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center 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 and comfortable holding tough conversations, as you are responsible for the performance of your people and your unit. Responsibilities Serve as a leader and teammate Ensure your direct reports and department are positioned to deliver the best care possible to our patients Maintain 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, and share that information with your team Monitor productivity and efficiency of your department Mentor people on your team, sharing your knowledge and confidence with assistant nurse managers, charge nurses, and others Job Requirements ADN, Diploma, or foreign equivalent Current AZ State RN license in good standing Current American Heart Association BLS healthcare provider card American Heart Association ACLS Preferred BSN Two (2) years RN experience within applicable clinical specialty Charge Nurse experience Previous experience with personal computers Benefits Education Benefit program with debt relief and student loan assistance up to $18,000 over five years for full‑time employees and up to $9,000 for part‑time employees Health, dental, and vision coverage Flexible Spending Account (FSA) matching Retirement plan Paid vacation Adoption assistance and more Where You’ll Work Mercy Gilbert Medical Center is a modern, 212‑bed, acute care, not‑for‑profit community hospital in the Phoenix area’s East Valley. In addition to emergency, cardiovascular, pediatric, orthopedic, and diagnostic services, the hospital has received numerous awards, including being named the “#1 Small‑Sized Acute Care Hospital” by Arizona Business Magazine and the “#1 Healing Hospital in the Nation” by Baptist Healing Trust. Pay Range $42.85 - $63.77 /hour #J-18808-Ljbffr