Charge Nurse Jobs in Arizona
Charge Nurse jobs in Arizona are in strong and steady demand, concentrated across acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and large ambulatory surgery centers, with openings at every level from newly licensed RNs stepping into leadership through seasoned senior charge nurses. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale account for the heaviest hiring, where established systems like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and Valleywise Health maintain large clinical operations across multiple campuses. Medical-surgical, emergency department, and behavioral health are consistently the most active specialties for charge nurse roles across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Makes staffing assignments in every area to ensure adequate coverage
- Trains, coaches and mentors ASC staff
- Encourages a team oriented environment and follows company guidelines and policies
- Fosters development of strong relationships and keeps an open line of communication between the surgery center staff, clinic staff and providers to ensure high productivity
- Greets and admits patients to the pre-/post-operative area; works in the OR as assigned
- Assists with patient scheduling in all clinical areas
- Cares for the patient in a variety of settings, providing professional nursing care in ambulatory surgery center and completes appropriate documentation
- Assumes the role and responsibilities of circulating nurse as assigned
- Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care using the nursing process and taking into account individual patient needs
- Checks vital signs, inserts and removes IV catheters, assesses patient needs and reports abnormal values to the physician, anesthesia staff, and/or surgery staff
- Ensures that all consent and acknowledgement forms are signed and witnessed
- Verifies the surgery type and location to be performed
- Administers drops and all medications in accordance with current guidelines
- Assists in finding resolution of problems to ensure surgical case flow continues uninterrupted
- Ensures patient continuity of care with family and/or significant others
- Works with the Nursing Director, ASC Manager and/or Administrator and Quality & Compliance to ensure the center abides by all surgery standards and regulations
- May assume responsibilities for ASC Manager as Acting Administrator in their absence
- Delivers discharge instructions and discharges patient in accordance with current guidelines
- Orders supplies for pre-op/recovery and sterile processing areas as needed
- Maintains familiarity with code procedure and crash cart
- Makes recommendations on the orientation process for new hires and ensures documentation of the same
- Performs any and all duties assigned
- Associate’s degree required; BSN preferred
- Current Arizona RN License
- 1+ years Ophthalmologic Nursing experience preferred
- 1+ years management/charge experience preferred
- BLS certification required
- ACLS required within 6 months of hiring
- Detail oriented, reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Dedication to creating an exceptional patient experience
- Basic knowledge of scheduling and insurance authorization
- Flexible schedule Monday-Friday
At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees!
- Makes staffing assignments in every area to ensure adequate coverage
- Trains, coaches and mentors ASC staff
- Encourages a team oriented environment and follows company guidelines and policies
- Fosters development of strong relationships and keeps an open line of communication between the surgery center staff, clinic staff and providers to ensure high productivity
- Greets and admits patients to the pre-/post-operative area; works in the OR as assigned
- Assists with patient scheduling in all clinical areas
- Cares for the patient in a variety of settings, providing professional nursing care in ambulatory surgery center and completes appropriate documentation
- Assumes the role and responsibilities of circulating nurse as assigned
- Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care using the nursing process and taking into account individual patient needs
- Checks vital signs, inserts and removes IV catheters, assesses patient needs and reports abnormal values to the physician, anesthesia staff, and/or surgery staff
- Ensures that all consent and acknowledgement forms are signed and witnessed
- Verifies the surgery type and location to be performed
- Administers drops and all medications in accordance with current guidelines
- Assists in finding resolution of problems to ensure surgical case flow continues uninterrupted
- Ensures patient continuity of care with family and/or significant others
- Works with the Nursing Director, ASC Manager and/or Administrator and Quality & Compliance to ensure the center abides by all surgery standards and regulations
- May assume responsibilities for ASC Manager as Acting Administrator in their absence
- Delivers discharge instructions and discharges patient in accordance with current guidelines
- Orders supplies for pre-op/recovery and sterile processing areas as needed
- Maintains familiarity with code procedure and crash cart
- Makes recommendations on the orientation process for new hires and ensures documentation of the same
- Performs any and all duties assigned
- Associate’s degree required; BSN preferred
- Current Arizona RN License
- 1+ years Ophthalmologic Nursing experience preferred
- 1+ years management/charge experience preferred
- BLS certification required
- ACLS required within 6 months of hiring
- Detail oriented, reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Dedication to creating an exceptional patient experience
- Basic knowledge of scheduling and insurance authorization
- Flexible schedule Monday-Friday
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in charge nurse jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona RN license issued or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Nursing
- Minimum two years of clinical experience in an acute care or specialty nursing environment
- Current BLS certification required, ACLS preferred for critical care or emergency settings
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate patient assignments, mentor staff, and manage floor operations
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong communication skills with experience collaborating across interdisciplinary clinical teams
Charge Nurse Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a charge nurse in Arizona?
You must hold an active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program, passing the NCLEX-RN, and applying for licensure through the Board. Most Arizona employers require at least two years of bedside experience before promoting a nurse into a charge role, and many facilities look for unit-specific certifications such as CCRN for critical care or CEN for emergency before offering a charge nurse position.
Which companies hire charge nurses in Arizona?
Employers hiring charge nurses in Arizona right now include Tenet Healthcare, Fresenius Medical Care, and CommonSpirit Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems tend to post charge nurse openings across multiple campuses simultaneously, so a single employer may account for a significant share of active listings statewide.
Which Arizona cities have the most charge nurse jobs?
Phoenix, Glendale, and Tucson have the most charge nurse openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the majority of listings as the state's largest metro, home to Banner Health's flagship hospitals and the Valleywise Health system, while Tucson's volume reflects Banner University Medical Center and Tucson Medical Center, and Scottsdale's concentration reflects its dense network of specialty hospitals and outpatient surgical facilities.
Are there remote charge nurse jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Charge nursing is a hands-on floor leadership role, and the vast majority of positions require an on-site presence to supervise staff and manage patient care in real time. About 0% of charge nurse openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those exceptions are typically administrative or care coordination functions attached to the charge nurse title rather than traditional bedside leadership positions.
How can I get hired as a charge nurse in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a new graduate RN residency program at a large Arizona health system such as Banner Health or Valleywise Health, which are designed to build the foundational skills employers require before a nurse moves into any leadership role. From there, positions like staff RN, float pool nurse, or preceptor are common lateral steps that build the unit-level experience hiring managers look for when selecting charge nurses. Holding a specialty certification from the Arizona State Board of Nursing-recognized credentials and completing any in-house leadership development offered by your facility gives candidates a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to charge nurse jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to charge nurse jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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