Charge Nurse (RN) - Surgical Ortho
Company: The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus
Location: El Paso
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Full Time Days
POSITION SUMMARY The Charge Registered Nurse is a professional
nurse who coordinates, supports and supervises other Registered
Nurses in the delivery of nursing care. They ensure the nursing
unit runs smoothly and efficiently and oversees the transition
between shifts. The Charge Registered Nurse participates in patient
and family teaching, provides leadership by working cooperatively
with leadership, ancillary staff and other members of the patient
care team in maintaining standards of professional nursing practice
in the clinical setting. The Charge Registered Nurse serves as a
liaison between physicians, nurses and staff. General Functions: •
Institutes and initiates a plan of care for patient based on the
initial assessment within the shift, documents; implements and
continuously evaluates interventions; reassesses patient needs on
an on-going basis as required per unit or procedure • Develops,
discusses and communicates a realistic problem list (plan of care)
for each patient, in collaboration with each
patient/family/significant other to address identified needs •
Recognizes changing patient condition and modifies plan by using
resources, chain of command and Rapid Response Team (RRT) promptly
and appropriately. • Assimilates and prioritizes information
sources to take immediate and decisive patient-focused action by
routinely performing patient rounds and addressing concerns timely
• Maintains a safe environment and responds with confidence and
adapts to rapid changing patient conditions and emergent situations
• Demonstrates the skills and judgement necessary to implement plan
of care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary for the
care of the patient • Appropriately documents all assessments,
plans of care specific to patient and identified problem for care
provided accurately Join our dedicated healthcare team where
compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll
have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives
while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters
professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part
of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a
place where it truly matters! At The Hospitals of Providence - East
Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team
of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide
a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health,
professional development, and work-life balance. The available
plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life
insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education
opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent
flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee
discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal
insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care,
elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for
benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment
status The Hospitals of Providence have faithfully been serving our
community since 1902. Generations of families have chosen our
hospitals to be a steward of health in the El Paso community. Our
five hospitals include a childrens hospital committed to providing
the care patients need, when they need it. Today, the Hospitals of
Providence are comprised of our region's most trusted hospitals,
each dedicated to meeting our families specific healthcare needs.
Join our team! MINIMUM EDUCATION: · Required-Graduate from an
accredited school of nursing · Preferred-Academic bachelor's or
master's degree in nursing MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: · Required- 1 year
of RN experience REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: · Current RN
Licensure in the State of Texas or Compact State · Current
Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (American Red Cross or
American Heart Association) if American Red Cross, must obtain
American Heart Association within 60-days of hire · ACLS must be
obtained by the end of the department orientation · For all
certifications refer to Attachment A
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