Charge Nurse - Med Surg

Charge Nurse - Med SurgBoulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303$45.89 - $64.83 an hour - Full-Time Nights, 36 hours per week*Range includes night differential. +$2.50/hr for weekend shifts.Boulder Community Health is seeking a RN Clinical Team Lead (CTL) who provides direct patient care with increasing independence, integrating nursing theory into practice. As a leader and role model, the CTL supports daily unit operations, ensures patient-centered care, promotes a healthy work environment, and leads staff through change and problem-solving in alignment with the BCH mission.Benefits:•Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option•Dental and Vision insurance•BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans•Short-term and Long-term disability coverage•Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts•Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution•Paid Time Off•Education assistance program•Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more•Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki•Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions•Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your familyQualifications•Colorado RN license in good standing•BLS certification required through American Heart Association•Six months to one year RN clinical nursing experience preferredResponsibilities•Supervises and coordinates shift operations to include early discharge, timely admissions, staffing, assignments, planning for pending admits. Evidenced by meeting hospital and unit metrics.•Staffing and assignments meet unit HPPD (productivity measure) and balance acuity, experience and ability throughout shift.•Adheres to regulatory, human resource and employee health regulations.•Leads huddles relaying key patient safety and practice changes each shift.•Articulates patient safety issues related to flow, admissions, staffing to the ARN.•Negotiates and compromises to meet both unit and hospital wide demand. The ARN will have final decision making if conflict.•Promotes relationship based care with a focus on patient safety, quality care, and service excellence.•Consistent communication, a healthy, calm work environment, and staff feeling supported and heard are key intentions for every shift.•As a supervisor, supports management and provides staff with accurate information. Keeps up to date on email communications. Escalates concerns to ARN during shift or to unit manager.•Supports patient safety house wide by improving patient flow, positive relationships with other departments, and creating trust.•Follow chain of communication guiding document for escalation of issues, concerns and quality issues.•Encourages clinical and professional growth through mentoring, support and creating learning opportunities. This includes assignments, supporting the orientation process, sharing patient stories and an awareness of educational opportunities.Provides direct total patient care for specific group of patients with collaboration as needed.•Demonstrates clinical competence in performing nursing procedures and identifies the rationale underlying the nursing skills.•Identifies patient care problems, makes interventions based upon an understanding of the biopsychosocial processes.•Assesses patient status systematically and anticipates and responds to changes in patient clinical condition.About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, ColoradoBoulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado. It provides comprehensive medical services to the Boulder County community, including acute care, emergency services, and outpatient care. BCH operates several facilities, including the flagship Boulder Community Hospital, and offers a wide range of specialties such as cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and maternity care. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality care, patient-centered services, and a focus on wellness and prevention.Boulder Community Health is dedicated to improving the health of the local community by integrating advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, and personalized care. The healthcare system also emphasizes collaboration with local physicians, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH is recognized for its strong ties to the local population and its role in supporting public health initiatives, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing health disparities.Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center and has received incredible accolades for the wonderful care that we provide including: Newsweek- "America's Best-in-State Hospital 2025"; U.S. News and World Report- "Best Hospitals for Maternity Care 2025"; 5280 Magazine-"21 BCH physicians among 2024 list of the region's best doctors"; Daily Camera People's Choice Awards 2024- Honorable mention, Best Physical Therapy Center; and American Heart Association- Quality Stroke Care 2024.As an employee at Boulder Community Health, you will enjoy working in state-of-the-art facilities with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement and an on-site fitness center. You also have access to an incredible Employee Wellness and Support program, employee activities, discounts and more!EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.Location: Boulder Community Health · 3E Med SurgSchedule: Full-time, Nights - 12 hour shifts, 1830-0730

Created: 2025-05-20