Charge Nurse, NICU CHOC at Mission

Work Location

Mission Viejo, California

Work Shift

Day – 12hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

Qualified candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in the specialty and meet the minimum qualifications. Apply today!

The Charge Nurse NICU, provides first line supervisory oversight for a specific unit during a designated shift. This role ensures that quality care is provided according to policies and procedures, that patient flow/placement is efficient and that daily staffing needs are met to assure the highest quality patient care, safety and satisfaction. The incumbent assures efficient and cost-effective utilization of hospital resources at the unit level. Works collaboratively with staff, physicians, patients and families to achieve the goals of the patient care unit. This individual will act as a role model and resource, who will provide clinical leadership to staff nurses, unit assistants, and clinical associates. Provides support, guidance, and education for staff and assists them as needed. Manages staff performance through coaching, counseling, goal setting, anecdotal and yearly evaluations. Fosters a positive unit culture as reflected in yearly associate engagement scores. Functions as an expert practitioner whose intuition and skill arise from comprehensive knowledge thoroughly grounded in experience. Additionally, this individual will be able to identify situations, formulate solutions, initiate changes and monitor outcomes. A demonstrated understanding of how their unit aligns with the strategic goals of the organization will be required.

Pay Range

Minimum $58.34 Midpoint $77.32 Maximum $96.29

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

* Required: Minimum two (2) years of experience in clinical specialty.

* Preferred: Four (4) years of experience in clinical specialty.

Education

* Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) (effective on all external offers made after November 1, 2015).

Specialized Skills

* Required: Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards and respect. Advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC’s mission. Understand and exceed customer expectations; effectively solve complex patient care and organizational problems; role model positive and professional behavior. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure. Able to communicate effectively in English both written and verbal. Ability to prioritize assigned tasks and meet all expectations for the completion of assigned roles. Able to think critically; work independently; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.

Licensure

* Required: Basic Life Support (BLS); Neonatal Resuscitation Provider – Advanced (NRP); Neonatal Resuscitation Provider – Essentials (NRP); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Registered Nurse – CA (RN)

* Preferred: Certified Parent Educator

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects,