Charge Nurse - Mother Baby - Part Time, Days

Beacon Health System is hiring a Part Time Day shift Charge Nurse for our Mother Baby Unit at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN.

Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.

At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.

We offer a wide variety of Benefits for our Associates, including;

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Local and National Discounts
• Beacon Academy Educational Courses
• Gym Membership Discount

About Memorial Hospital

Located in the heart of South Bend, Memorial Hospital is deeply rooted in the community it serves. From advanced surgical services to award-winning heart and cancer care, we provide comprehensive treatment with a personal touch. As part of Beacon Health System, we’re dedicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.

About the Tower

The 10-story patient bed Memorial Hospital Tower is the latest chapter in Beacon Health System’s commitment to care, compassion and community. Built with input from frontline staff, the Tower is a state-of-the-art, specialty-focused expansion that enhances how care is delivered and how teams work together. From larger rooms and leading-edge technology to a culture of collaboration and growth, this space was designed by Beacon for Beacon.

What You’ll Do

As a Charge Nurse, you’ll report to the Director or Manager. You will provide professional nursing services in the area of assignment, assess the needs of patients, and initiate, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care. The position collaborates with other professional, clinical, and ancillary staff to provide compassionate and quality care to patients.

Charge Nurse Job Responsibilities

• Identify and address patient concerns promptly; investigate issues and report outcomes.
• Manage patient placement and bed utilization efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Support unit performance improvement and peer review processes.
• Interpret and enforce hospital policies and procedures.
• Monitor staffing levels, adjust shifts, and maintain productivity goals.
• Provide direct patient care and assign tasks based on patient needs and staff skills.
• Resolve staffing issues and recommend long-term solutions.
• Report supply or service concerns and collaborate on performance reviews.
• Train, coach, and validate competencies of new and existing staff.
• Develop and implement patient care plans based on nursing diagnoses.
• Maintain professional accountability, licensure, and certifications.
• Uphold patient rights, privacy, and dignity.
• Participate in committees and complete assigned duties and education requirements.
• Follow safety protocols, regulatory standards, and organizational policies.
• Be available for overtime, on-call duties, and respond within 30 minutes when required.

What You Bring

You bring strong clinical expertise and leadership to your unit, offering constructive feedback and participating in decision-making processes. As a Charge Nurse, you're flexible and responsive to scheduling needs, supporting both staff and departmental operations. You demonstrate excellent organizational and analytical skills to manage unit activities and resolve issues. Your ability to build effective relationships with staff, physicians, and patients makes you a respected role model. Strong communication skills—both verbal and written—enable you to interact professionally across all levels.

Required Qualifications

• Active unencumbered RN license in the state of Indiana
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required OR certification in a specialty area
• One to two years of progressively more responsible nursing experience
• Within 5 years of employment as an RN, obtain a BSN or certification in your area of specialty