Charge Nurse Job Tulsa area,Oklahoma USA,Nursing

Job Title:
Charge Nurse
Location: Tulsa, OK
Duration: Permanent! (Direct Hire) (with benefits included)

Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday–Friday
Hours: 40 hours/week

(Final rate will be discussed during the interview)

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Charge Nurse to coordinate and lead patient care activities during assigned shifts. This role is responsible for maintaining continuity of care, ensuring appropriate staffing based on acuity and census, and supporting nursing standards, unit policies, and hospital procedures. The Charge Nurse plays a key role in patient flow, staff collaboration, and quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate personnel activities to ensure safe, efficient patient care
Develop individualized patient care plans using physician orders and nursing processes
Provide direct patient care and continually evaluate treatment effectiveness
Assist with discharge planning and patient/family education
Guide nursing staff and promote adherence to clinical standards
Document care accurately using approved medical terminology
Communicate patient observations clearly to appropriate team members
Respond effectively to patient emergencies
Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and environmental standards
Investigate patient/staff concerns and complete variance reports as needed
Support quality improvement initiatives and unit goals
Participate in staff education, meetings, and orientation of new personnel

Decision Making & Working Relationships:

Exercises independent judgment in daily operations
Leads peers performing similar work (non-supervisory)
Collaborates closely with physicians, healthcare professionals, internal teams, and patients
Provides input on performance evaluations

Education & Licensure:
Required:

Graduate of an approved school of nursing (diploma or degree)
Valid multi-state or Oklahoma Registered Nurse (RN) license
BLS & ACLS from AHA.

Preferred:

CNOR certification

Required Skills & Experience:

1–2 years of Charge nurse / Supervisor experience
Ortho and Neuro experience required (circulating in Neuro and Ortho cases is required)
Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
Excellent communication (written and verbal)
Crisis intervention and triage skills
Knowledge of patient safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and hospital policies
Ability to analyze complex situations and make sound decisions


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