Charge Nurse
Treating patients like family
Charge Nurse
Houston, Texas North Houston Endoscopy & Surgery (11026)North Houston Endoscopy & Surgery, located in Houston, Texas, is an advanced outpatient surgery center dedicated to delivering high-quality surgical care in a safe, efficient, and patient-focused environment. As part of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), we specialize in a wide range of procedures with a strong commitment to safety, service, and excellent clinical outcomes.
Position Overview
We are seeking a full-time Charge Nurse (RN) to lead and support our perioperative nursing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who thrives in a leadership role within a collaborative, fast-paced surgical setting and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. The Charge Nurse will oversee daily clinical operations, coordinate patient flow, and provide direct nursing care as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, supervise, and support nursing staff in PreOp, OR, and PACU areas to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
- Oversee daily clinical operations, including staffing, patient assignments, and workflow coordination.
- Provide safe, compassionate nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and monitor vital signs as required.
- Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
- Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, anesthesia, and post-operative care.
- Support and monitor compliance with quality assurance, infection control, and patient safety initiatives.
- Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff.
What We Offer
We care for our communities and our team members by providing a comprehensive benefits package, subject to employment status:
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Life and AD&D coverage
- Short- and long-term disability options
- Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
- 401(k) with access to retirement planning
- Paid holidays and vacation
Who We Are
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to delivering surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.
USPI is proud of our inclusive culture. We respect differences, nurture individual contributions, and leverage diversity to make our organization stronger and more responsive to the needs of our patients and physicians.
Required Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in perioperative nursing care, including assessment, IV therapy, and post-anesthesia monitoring.
Required Experience:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current RN license in the state of Texas (required)
- BLS and ACLS certifications (required or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- 1–3 years of clinical nursing experience preferred, ideally in Pre-Op, PACU, or ambulatory surgery
- Experience in GI/endoscopy procedures is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care in a high-acuity outpatient setting
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with surgical and anesthesia teams
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