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General Information

Work Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA
Onsite or Remote
Fully On-Site
Work Schedule
12 hour night shifts including weekends and holidays; 3 shifts/week
Posted Date
10/28/2025
Salary Range: $70.41 - 102.3 Hourly
Employment Type
2 - Staff: Career
Duration
Indefinite
Job #
27330

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Charge Nurse to lead and support our nursing team on our 5MN Intermediate Care Unit in delivering exceptional patient care. As a key member of our clinical leadership, the Charge Nurse will oversee daily operations, coordinate patient care activities, and serve as a resource and mentor to nursing staff. This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a passion for fostering a collaborative and compassionate care environment.

  • Supervise and coordinate nursing staff during assigned shifts.
  • Ensure safe, effective, and high-quality patient care delivery by performing active daily management to oversee quality measures.
  • Communicate with the interdisciplinary team by serving as a liaison between nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Monitor patient flow, staffing levels, and resource allocation to ensure timely throughput.
  • Provide guidance, support, and performance feedback to nursing team members.
  • Assist in onboarding and training new staff.
  • Respond to emergencies and resolve issues as they arise.
  • Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Salary Range: $70.41 - $102.30 hourly

 

Job Qualifications

We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated nursing professional with:
  • Current California RN license required
  • BSN or MSN required
  • BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required
  • 2 years or greater of Step-down/Intermediate/Progressive Care RN experience required
  • PCCN preferred
  • ACLS preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions common in PCU settings
  • Proficiency in interpreting telemetry, lab results, and diagnostic test
  • Skilled in administering and titrating IV medications and managing complex patient care plans
  • Ability to lead and supervise nursing staff during shifts
  • Strong decision-making and prioritization skills in fast-paced environments
  • Experience in delegating tasks effectively while maintaining accountability
  • Excellent verbal and written communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
  • Ability to mentor and coach staff, fostering a supportive team culture
  • Rapid assessment and response to changes in patient condition
  • Effective triage and resource management during high-acuity situations
  • Proactive in identifying workflow inefficiencies and implementing improvements
  • Knowledge of hospital policies, Joint Commission standards, and state/federal regulations
  • Commitment to infection control, patient safety, and documentation accuracy
  • Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and bedside monitoring systems
  • Familiarity with clinical decision support tools and nursing informatics
  • Official Transcripts and/or original diploma from a registered nursing program must be provided upon hire
  • Experience in a Magnet hospital preferred