Charge Registered Nurse - Acute Medical Unit - Full Time - Night Shift

SummaryBeacon Health System is hiring a full-time night shift Charge Registered Nurse for our Acute Care Unit at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN.Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.At Beacon Health System, you're not just part of a team, you're part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through CignaLife Insurance403(b) Matching Retirement FundCompetitive Paid Time Off (PTO)Shift DifferentialsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition and Certification ReimbursementClinical Ladder ProgramLocal and National DiscountsBeacon Academy Educational CoursesGym Membership DiscountAbout Memorial HospitalLocated in the heart of South Bend, Memorial Hospital is deeply rooted in the community it serves. From advanced surgical services to award-winning heart and cancer care, we provide comprehensive treatment with a personal touch. As part of Beacon Health System, we're dedicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.What You'll DoAs a Medical Surgical Department Charge Registered Nurse, you'll report to the Director or Manager. You will provide professional nursing services in the area of assignment, assess the needs of patients and initiates, implements and evaluates individualized plans of care. The position collaborates with other professional, clinical and ancillary staff in providing compassionate and quality care to patients.Medical Surgical Department Charge RN Job ResponsibilitiesIdentify and address patient concerns promptly; investigate issues and report outcomes.Manage patient placement and bed utilization efficiently.Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.Support unit performance improvement and peer review processes.Interpret and enforce hospital policies and procedures.Monitor staffing levels, adjust shifts, and maintain productivity goals.Provide direct patient care and assign tasks based on patient needs and staff skills.Resolve staffing issues and recommend long-term solutions.Report supply or service concerns and collaborate on performance reviews.Train, coach, and validate competencies of new and existing staff.Develop and implement patient care plans based on nursing diagnoses.Maintain professional accountability, licensure, and certifications.Uphold patient rights, privacy, and dignity.Participate in committees and complete assigned duties and education requirements.Follow safety protocols, regulatory standards, and organizational policies.Be available for overtime, on-call duties, and respond within 30 minutes when required.What You BringYou bring strong clinical expertise and leadership to your unit, offering constructive feedback and participating in decision-making processes. As a Charge RN, you're flexible and responsive to scheduling needs, supporting both staff and departmental operations. You demonstrate excellent organizational and analytical skills to manage unit activities and resolve issues. Your ability to build effective relationships with staff, physicians, and patients makes you a respected role model. Strong communication skills-both verbal and written-enable you to interact professionally across all levels.Required Qualifications* Completion of an accredited nursing program and RN license in the state of Indiana* Within 5 years of employment as an RN, obtain a BSN or certification in your area of specialtyThe Beacon WayAt Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it's built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.We call this commitment The Beacon Way, a six-point operating system that empowers every team member to lead with purpose, communicate clearly, cultivate talent, embrace performance improvement, leverage innovation, and build greatness through accountability. Whether at the bedside or behind the scenes, everyone at Beacon plays a role in moving health forward.