Charge Nurse - ICU

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • Elk City, OK

2d • $43 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The ICU Charge RN provides clinical and operational leadership for the ICU during assigned shifts. Working in partnership with the Nursing Director, RN Manager, and Assistant Manager, this role oversees patient flow, care quality, patient safety, and staff coordination to ensure efficient, patient‑centered emergency care. The Charge RN maintains a strong unit presence, supports team performance, and may provide direct patient care as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum One year of nursing experience required
• State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License or Graduate Nurse License required
• Minimum ADN preparation with expectation of BSN completion within 5 years of hire
• BLS
• ACLS

Responsibilities

• Supervise clinical operations and patient flow to ensure safe, timely, and effective care.
• Support staff performance, accountability, and adherence to standards of practice.
• Promote exceptional patient experiences and a safe, high‑quality care environment.
• Provide real‑time problem solving, communication, and leadership across the unit.
• Deliver direct patient care when needed to support department operations.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
• free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree