RN Charge Nurse - Operating Room

Overview

Relocation assistance available to RNs new to Legacy!

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy.

Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity as an RN Charge Nurse.

Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is the South metro area’s full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center. Among our specialties: stroke, chest pain, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer care, orthopedic and total joint surgery and a birth center and breast health center. Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center has 10 Operating Rooms including four minimally invasive suites and one DaVinci robot and Stryker Mako robot.

Responsibilities

• The RN Charge Nurse is accountable for the direct coordination and supervision of unit operations. Serves as a role model and resource for patient care. Provides leadership and promotes team-building among staff. Facilitates communication between staff, physicians, management and all other customers. Is responsible for effective implementation of policies, procedures and standards.

Qualifications

Education: 

• Academic degree in nursing (BSN or MSN/MN) required.

Experience: 

• One year of relevant clinical experience at proficient to expert level of practice required. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of operations, including staffing and scheduling, budget management, workflow planning, performance management and staff development. 

Skills:

• Ability to manage a broad span of control through implementation of a self-directed team approach. 
• Strong communication and leadership skills, and a willingness to lead by example. 
• Must meet requirements of RN Staff Nurse and performs duties in any clinical capacity as needed. 
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Licensure

• Current applicable state RN license required.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Pay Range

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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