RN Charge Nurse Cardiac ICU Full Time Nights
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Baptist Health
Birmingham, AL, US
Summary
The Charge Nurse leads daily shift operations in the Cardiac ICU to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and efficient patient flow. They oversee staffing, mentor nursing staff, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to meet quality and length-of-stay goals.
Job Description
Position Summary
Baptist Health Princeton Hospital
Cardiac ICU
Full Time - Three 12 Hour Shifts / WeekNights 7p-7a
Responsibilities
- Leads daily shift operations to ensure safe, high-quality patient care, efficient patient flow, and an exceptional patient experience.
- Oversees staffing, patient assignments, and resource allocation based on patient acuity and operational needs.
- Coordinates patient care and throughput with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to achieve quality and length-of-stay goals.
- Serves as a clinical resource, providing direct patient care, mentoring staff, and supporting evidence-based practice.
- Promotes a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement through rounds, huddles, and quality initiatives.
- Supports team engagement, professional development, retention, and an inclusive, positive work environment.
- Ensures compliance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and readiness requirements.
- Models the mission, vision, and values of Baptist Health and Orlando Health while supporting strategic initiatives and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Education/Training
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
- Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Baptist Health and unit/department.
Licensure/Certification
- Maintains current State of Alabama RN license
- Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
- ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas.
Experience
- 1 year experience required. Experience in Cardiac ICU preferred.
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Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Birmingham, Alabama
Follow us for tips and updates from Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital, Baptist Health Citizens Hospital, Baptist Health Princeton Hospital, Baptist Health Shelby Hospital and Baptist Health Walker Hospital.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Birmingham, Alabama