Registered Nurse - Charge

Ascension • Mequon, WI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and leadership to all nursing and support staff. This involves setting clear expectations, appropriate delegation, continuous coaching, and monitoring performance and productivity for efficiency and safety.
• Lead or participate in formal staff performance evaluations, including objective data gathering, constructive feedback, goal setting, and documentation to maintain a high-performing team.
• Daily assessment of patient needs (acuity, interventions, discharge status) to develop, communicate, and distribute equitable and appropriate patient care assignments, matching care level to staff competency for safe coverage.
• Continuously evaluate care effectiveness. Proactively identify and investigate factors impacting desired patient outcomes (e.g., readmissions, infections). Initiate and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as the primary manager for patient and family complaints. Respond urgently and professionally, ensuring thorough investigation and resolution per policy, and comprehensively documenting all actions.
• Assist in the talent lifecycle, including recruitment, interviewing, new-hire orientation, ongoing staff development, formal direction, and contributing to performance evaluations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed