Charge Nurse NOC Tucson

Job Title: 

Charge Nurse 

Job Category: 

Professional 

Department/Group: 

Nursing 

Job Code: 

200 

Pay Grade: 

208 

FLSA Status: 

Non-Exempt 

Reports to: 

Director of Nursing, Campus 

Travel Required: 

Minimal 

HR Contact: 

Talent Acquisition Advisor 

Updated: 

12/14/2021 

Description 

The Charge Nurse will work as part of the nursing and integrated care team with physicians, other nurses and healthcare professionals to provide care, monitor health conditions, plan   long-short term care needs, administer medicine, use medical equipment, and advise clients and their families on illness, care and continued care after their stay. 

Duties and Responsibilities  

• Leads assigned shifts/processes of nursing staff and monitoring their needs while working the client floor 

• Complete supervisory report to Director of Nursing prior to end of scheduled shift. 

• Facilitates communication between admissions department and facility regarding potential new admissions including conduction nurses to nurse reports when needed for patient clearance. 

• Completes regular follow-ups with outside facilities for patients receiving off-site services 

• Tracks inventory of any medical supplies and house stock medications and reports inventory needs to Director of Nursing in a timely manner. 

• Ensure medical equipment on unit is functioning properly and notifying Director of Nursing of any deficiencies 

• Mentors and trains new nursing staff and ensures site-specific skills checklist is completed for each new nursing staff prior to staff member transitioning to work independently 

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the highest quality care to our clients  

• Observe and assess patient’s and communicate findings to our providers 

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to formulate individualized treatment care plans 

• Perform routine procedures (vital signs, administration of medications including injections, blood draws, blood sugar checks, urine specimen collection, COVID-19 testing and document in client charts) 

• Adjust and administer patient medication and provide treatment according to provider orders 

• Ensure unit safely and infection control is maintained throughout the shift through tasks including but not limited to decontaminating medical equipment, sanitizing surfaces, etc. 

• Provide emergency medical care in patient emergency situations 

• Oversee any LPN staff working on shift and sign off on LPN assessments requiring RN sign-off 

• Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families 

• Expand nursing knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences, participating in continuing education 

• Monitor and document medication administration and compliance as directed 

• Maintain accountability of all controlled substances according to federal and state regulations 

• Determine and implement specific detox protocols as designed by the physician 

• Assist in evaluating patient’s condition and progress with other team members 

• Observe and access patients for clinical signs and symptoms following a prescribed course of treatment 

• Uphold all HIPAA and OSHA requirements and ensure compliance with all Federal and State laws, regulations and guidelines 

• Ensure compliance with all facility and Buena V8sta Health & Recovery Centers protocols, procedures and guidelines 

• Report to Nursing Director and Executive Director all situations which require administrative intervention, including incident reports 

• Participate in quality management and staff meetings including mandatory trainings and monthly nursing meetings 

• Must commit to working one major holiday and one minor holiday within the calendar year 

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements 

• Active Arizona RN License 

• BSC or Associates and/or BSN 

• Valid First Aid/CPR/CPI certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire  

• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire 

• Proven experience as a registered nurse - 3-year minimum experience in nursing 

• Minimum 1-year supervisory experience in nursing 

• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures 

• Excellent knowledge of emergency care  

• In depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and dedication to following these at all times 

• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Responsible and compassionate  

• Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills 

• Patient with excellent problem-solving skills 

• If candidate self discloses in sobriety – Buena Vista requires 1 year of continuous sobriety 

• Facilitating communication between other healthcare facilities for patient continuity of care 

• Completing nursing assessments including admission assessment, discharges, detox tool assessments (MSAS/COWS) 

• Knowledge in detox withdrawal symptoms and being able to easily recognize these signs 

• Ability to attend a minimum of one nursing meeting a month that may not coincide with floor work schedule 

• Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations 

• Knowledge in detox withdrawal symptoms and being able to easily recognize these signs 

• Knowledge of detoxification regimens in substance abuse 

• Knowledge of basic techniques and methods to ground clients struggling with anxiety in a mental health or substance abuse setting 

• Ability to treat patients with dignity and empathy in challenging situations 

• Strong desire to be part of a team dedicated to providing patients with exceptional therapeutic care 

• Compassion for all patients facing trying physical and mental health crisis 

Educational Requirements 

• Current valid Registered Nurse License in the state of Arizona with NO restrictions 

Physical Requirements 

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.   

• In a 12-hour work day: standing/walking up to 12 hours per day 

• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling 

• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching 

• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals 

• You must have the ability to use tools and equipment required for the position 

• Mental Focus: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing 

Additional Notes 

Our locations across Arizona each specialize in different levels of care: 

Cave Creek:  Inpatient Detox, Intense Outpatient Program (IOP), Outpatient Treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Residential 

Chandler:  Inpatient Detox, Intense Outpatient Program (IOP), Outpatient Treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Residential 

Scottsdale:  Corporate Office  

Tucson:  Inpatient Detox, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Outpatient Treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Residential 

Buena Vista Health and Recovery 

Buena Vista Health and Recovery Centers offers a competitive compensation and benefit package 

Please visit our website at www.buenavistarecovery.com 

For more career opportunities visit our listings on https://buenavistarecovery.com/careers 

Buena Vista Recovery is an equal opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 

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