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The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

Perioperative Services Charge Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGreat Bend, KS, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate Degree in Nursing is required.
  • A licensed Registered Nurse credential is required.
  • CPR, AED, and Basic Life Support certification are required.
  • The role requires the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Responsibilities

  • Provide charge nurse responsibilities, including assignments, management of throughput, staffing to matrix, and responding to patient and staff needs.
  • Manage a patient care assignment as indicated by patient care needs.
  • Assist with hiring, education, and performance evaluation of staff.
  • Work with the Nurse Manager and Human Resources in performance management counseling and discipline of staff.
  • Instruct staff and ensure compliance with standards through daily ongoing monitoring and performance management.
  • Serve as a role model and mentor for excellence in clinical practice and patient and employee satisfaction.
  • Take personal responsibility for achieving productivity targets and budget compliance.
  • Have primary involvement and responsibility for unit performance improvement activities and outcomes.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
  • A Master's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
  • Two or more years of clinical experience are preferred.
  • Professional Nursing Certification is preferred.

About the Company

The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

The University of Kansas Health System is a non-profit academic medical center with locations in Kansas City, Topeka, Great Bend, and Lawrence. It delivers comprehensive medical services—from primary care to highly specialized treatments—through the largest physician practice in Kansas, covering more than 200 medical specialties. As an academic medical center, it combines patient care with research and education, and it operates the only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center in the area. Care is coordinated across its hospitals, clinics, and affiliated providers, with revenue generated from patient services, research grants, and educational programs. The system distinguishes itself by its large, integrated physician network, broad range of specialties, and its role in research and training, all aimed at improving health outcomes in Kansas and the surrounding region.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Founded
1998

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