Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN), Charge, Full-Time Nights

Community Hospital•Grand Junction, CO

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Community Hospital is hiring a full-time Charge Registered Nurse for its Emergency Department. This is an in-person position in Grand Junction, Colorado; the successful candidate must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work. The role combines emergency patient care with nursing staff leadership, shift operations, and coordination of care. Unit-specific responsibilities and skills may also apply. The Charge Nurse assigns staff according to patient acuity and staff competency, supervises and mentors nursing staff, and manages daily shift operations, including staffing adjustments, patient flow, and resource allocation. The nurse conducts patient assessments, develops and updates individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and the care team, performs and oversees clinical interventions, educates patients and families, and coordinates communication and care across the healthcare team and shifts. The role also requires compliance with applicable regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies. The anticipated compensation range is $39.00–$44.85 per hour, depending on qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors. The position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. A $20,000 bonus is available for RNs with at least two years of experience. Additional discretionary compensation may be available but is not guaranteed. Applications are expected to be accepted through November 9, 2026; the deadline may be extended.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an 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 certifications.
Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications depending on the unit, such as PALS or TNCC.

Responsibilities

Assign nursing staff based on patient acuity and staff competency.
Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and guidance to nursing staff.
Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
Adjust treatment plans as patient conditions evolve, in collaboration with physicians and the care team.
Perform and oversee clinical tasks, including administering medications, wound care, starting IVs, and managing complex or high-acuity cases.
Provide clear education to patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and recovery plans, supporting them during decision-making.
Coordinate communication and care among healthcare team members, patients, and families, including across shifts.
Manage daily shift operations, including staffing adjustments, patient flow, and resource allocation.
Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies.
Perform additional unit-specific duties as applicable.