RN Charge Nurse

Job: Charge Nurse/RN - ED Classification: Hourly/Non-Exempt Job Category: 2 Professionals Position Summary The Emergency Department Charge Nurse is a key frontline leader responsible for coordinating patient care activities and nursing staff during assigned shifts. The Charge Nurse supports safe, high-quality emergency care delivery, facilitates staff communication, promotes a positive patient and family experience, and ensures compliance with documentation and departmental policies. This role serves as a liaison between staff and management and plays a critical part in daily departmental operations. Essential Functions -Leads by example in promoting compassionate, respectful, and timely care. -Engages in service recovery efforts and resolves patient or family concerns as they arise. -Supports staff in using ICARE, purposeful rounding, and communication best practices. -Promotes a calm and supportive environment during times of high volume or acuity. -Supervises nursing and support staff during the shift, ensuring adequate coverage and effective d-delegation. -Conducts a daily huddle with the ED team prior to each shift to communicate priorities, anticipated challenges, and key updates. -Acts as a clinical resource and mentor for less experienced staff. -Facilitates teamwork and promotes a collaborative environment among providers and staff. -Assists in managing patient flow and room assignments to maintain throughput and reduce wait times. -Monitors for delays in care, diagnostic testing, and dispositions, and works with the interdisciplinary team to resolve issues. -Coordinates with EMS, triage, and inpatient units to support continuity of care and transitions. -Monitors for required documentation being completed accurately and in a timely manner by nursing staff. -Provides real-time feedback to staff on documentation deficiencies or quality concerns. -Assists with chart reviews and audits as requested by the Clinical Coordinator or ED Director. -Supports adherence to departmental policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory standards. -Other duties as assigned -Acts as a primary point of contact for staff concerns and escalates issues appropriately to leadership. -Promotes open communication and professionalism in all interactions. -Documents shift events, incidents, and staff needs in appropriate shift logs or communication tools. Work Experience -2 years of emergency nursing experience preferred -Prior charge nurse or team lead experience preferred -Strong critical thinking, leadership, and decision-making skills -Effective communication and conflict resolution abilities -Commitment to patient-centered and family-inclusive care -Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Education -Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; BSN preferred -Current RN license in the State of Texas -BLS (Basic Life Support) upon hire date required. -ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) required within 90 Days of hire date. -PALS/ENPC (Pediatric Advanced Life Support/Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) required within 6 months of hire date. -TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) required within 12 months of hire date. Physical Demands and Work Environment Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time 1-10 34-66 1-10 34-66 11-20 0-33 11-20 0-33 21-50 0-33 21-50 0-33 51-75 0-33 51-75 0-33 76-100 0-33 76-100 0-33 Movement % Time Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33 Crouch/Squat 0-33 Kneel/Crawl 0-33 Reach Above Shoulder 0-33 Reach Below Shoulder 0-33 Repetitive Arm None Repetitive Hand 0-33 Grasping 0-33 Squeezing 0-33 Climb Stairs 0-33 Walking Uneven 0-33 Walking Even 34-66 Environment % Time Indoors 67-100 Outdoors 0-33 Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 34-66 Equipment % Time Motor Vehicles None Foot Pedals None Extreme Heat None Dusty None Excessive Noise 0-33 Work near % Time Machinery 0-33 Electricity None Sharps 34-66 Chemicals 0-33 Fumes 0-33 Heights None Vision Depth Perception Required < 20" Required Color Not Required Peripheral Required Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR Sit 1 3 Stand 4 4.5 Walk 4 4.5