Charge Nurse: Irvine GI Lab

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

The Hoag Digestive Health Institute is an advanced, multidisciplinary center dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of complex digestive health conditions. By bringing together leading gastroenterologists, colorectal surgeons, advanced practice providers, dietitians, nurse navigators, and specialized support services, the Institute provides comprehensive, coordinated care in one location. The Institute offers state-of-the-art gastroenterology services utilizing advanced technology, innovative treatment approaches, and a patient-centered model of care to improve outcomes and enhance the patient experience. As Orange County's premier destination for digestive healthcare, the Institute is designed to deliver cutting-edge evaluation and treatment for both routine and highly complex gastrointestinal disorders. 

The Charge Nurse is responsible for clinical supervision of patient care for all patients in the department and job performance supervision of all employees on an assigned shift in a Perioperative unit. Plans, coordinates and provides for optimum patient care on the unit. This includes managing schedules and patient assignments, delivering annual evaluations and counseling conversations, and providing direct patient care when relieving nurses. Maintains the Standards of Nursing Care and provides care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. Assures utilization of the nursing process based on research and evidence based outcomes. The Charge Nurse makes recommendations on hiring, department budgets, and trainings and serves as a leader in the department.

Education and Experience 

• Charge Nurses at Magnet designated facilities only require a BSN
• MSN preferred
• Successful completion of an ECG course or equivalency required only for units with telemetry monitoring

Licenses Required: Registered Nurse in the State of California - Current and in good standing

Certifications Required

• Current BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) upon hire
• Additional department specific certification requirements are as follows:
  • HHC ISC Op Surgery: ACLS and PALS

Certifications Preferred

• Pre Post Unit: Specialty certification 
• Recovery Room/PACU: ASPAN certification