Emergency Department; ED) Registered Nurse; RN), Charge, Nights

• Job Title:
  
  Registered Nurse
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time
• Requisition #: EMERG
  004228

• Posted on October 19, 2026

• Community Hospital, 2351 G Road, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA

Position Highlights:

• Position: Full-Time Charge
• Location: Emergency Department

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Supervision:

• Assign nursing staff based on patient acuity and staff competency.
• Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and guidance to nursing staff.

Patient Care:

• Comprehensive Assessment and Care Planning:
  Conduct thorough patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and adjust treatment based on evolving conditions in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
• Clinical Procedures and Interventions:
  Perform and oversee clinical tasks such as administering medications, wound care, starting IVs, and managing complex or high-acuity cases, ensuring timely and accurate care delivery.
• Patient and Family
  
  Education:
  
  Provide clear education on diagnoses, treatments, and recovery plans, ensuring patients and families understand their care and feel supported during decision-making.
• Coordination of Care:
  Serve as the key liaison among healthcare team members, patients, and families, ensuring smooth communication, timely interventions, and cohesive care across all shifts.

Operations & Coordination:

• Manage daily shift operations, including staffing adjustments, patient flow, and resource allocation.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies.

Unit Specific Duties:

• Additional responsibilities specific to certain units (e.g., Emergency, ICU, Surgery, etc.) may apply. Each unit may have an addendum outlining unique duties and skills required for the RN Charge Nurse role in that area.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience.
• BLS and ACLS certification (required).
• Additional certifications depending on unit (e.g., PALS, TNCC, etc.).

Compensation:

• The anticipated compensation range for this position is $39.00–$44.85 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors.
• This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Bonus: $20,000 (for RN’s with 2 or more years of experience)
• Additional compensation may be available in the form of discretionary incentive or other compensation programs. Any such additional compensation is not guaranteed and is determined at the sole discretion of the organization based on applicable program terms, individual and/or organizational performance, and other eligibility requirements.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• 403(b) with employer matching
• Wellness Program
• Additional benefits based on employment status

Additional Information:

• Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.
• Work Location: In-person/onsite

Final date to receive applications

• Applications will be accepted through November 9, 2026. The anticipated Final date to receive applications is November 9, 2026, based on the Community’s good‑faith expectation of the anticipated recruitment timeline. Community may extend the Final date to receive applications if needed and will update the posting accordingly.

Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any…