Job Description

Charge Nurse

Florida Kidney Physicians (FKP) – Brandon Surgery Center

Brandon, FL | Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Nights, Weekends, or Major Holidays

Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career

Are you an experienced nurse who enjoys leading a team while staying hands-on with patient care? Florida Kidney Physicians (FKP), part of the Panoramic Health network, is seeking a Charge Nurse to support clinical operations at our Brandon Surgery Center.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RN who enjoys mentoring colleagues, coordinating daily clinical activities, and helping deliver exceptional patient care. You'll play an important role in supporting the nursing team, maintaining high clinical standards, and ensuring smooth, efficient operations in a specialized outpatient surgical setting.

Whether you're currently a Charge Nurse, Clinical Lead, or an experienced RN ready to take on greater leadership responsibility, this role offers the opportunity to make an impact while remaining actively involved in clinical care.

Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, or major holidays!

About the Brandon Surgery Center

The FKP Brandon Surgery Center specializes in vascular access procedures for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Our team performs minimally invasive procedures that help patients maintain reliable vascular access for dialysis while avoiding unnecessary hospital visits.

Our modern, approximately 10,000-square-foot ambulatory surgery center features:

• Five fully equipped operating rooms
• Advanced imaging and procedural technology
• A collaborative team of experienced physicians and clinical professionals
• A patient-centered environment focused on safety, quality, and efficient care

Position Overview

The Charge Nurse plays a key role in coordinating daily nursing activities, supporting clinical staff, and ensuring safe, high-quality patient care throughout the surgical experience.

This is a hands-on clinical leadership role for a nurse who can balance patient care responsibilities with team coordination, staff support, and daily operational needs. Working closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, and other clinical professionals, you'll help maintain efficient workflows, promote teamwork, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety and quality.

We're looking for a collaborative leader who leads by example, communicates effectively, and is comfortable stepping in to support the team when needed.

What You'll Do

Clinical Care & Team Leadership

• Provide hands-on nursing support while helping coordinate daily clinical activities and patient care.
• Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff, offering guidance, mentorship, and support.
• Help coordinate patient flow throughout preoperative, procedural, and recovery processes.
• Promote adherence to clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with physicians and the clinical team to address patient care needs and resolve challenges.

Daily Operations & Staffing

• Coordinate daily nursing assignments and support appropriate staffing coverage.
• Help ensure efficient patient flow and smooth clinical operations.
• Support the onboarding, training, and development of nursing team members.
• Assist with competency assessments, staff education, and ongoing performance improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and strengthen team collaboration.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Promote compliance with CMS, AAAHC, OSHA, Florida licensing requirements, and applicable clinical standards.
• Support infection prevention initiatives and established patient safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reinforce adherence to policies and procedures.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Help maintain readiness for accreditation surveys and regulatory inspections.

Communication & Collaboration

• Work closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Communicate clinical concerns, staffing needs, and operational challenges to leadership.
• Help foster a positive, accountable, and patient-centered team environment.
• Support leadership initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and staff engagement.

Qualifications

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Nursing leadership experience, such as Charge Nurse, Clinical Lead, Team Lead, or comparable experience coordinating and supporting clinical staff.
• Experience in an operating room, ambulatory surgery center, interventional radiology, or another surgical or procedural setting.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to coordinate patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Preferred

• Experience in an ambulatory surgery center or outpatient procedural environment.
• Experience with staff coordination, clinical workflows, or quality improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of CMS, AAAHC, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in vascular surgery, interventional radiology, dialysis access, or nephrology.
• CNOR or another relevant specialty certification.

Who Will Thrive in This Role?

You may be a great fit if you:

• Enjoy taking a leadership role while remaining actively involved in patient care.
• Have experience mentoring colleagues, coordinating clinical activities, or serving as a resource for other nurses.
• Lead by example and value teamwork, accountability, and communication.
• Are comfortable balancing clinical responsibilities with daily operational needs.
• Thrive in a fast-paced procedural environment.
• Want to make a meaningful impact in an outpatient setting with a predictable weekday schedule.

Why Join Florida Kidney Physicians?

At FKP, you'll be part of the Panoramic Health network, a national integrated nephrology organization dedicated to improving care and outcomes for patients with kidney disease.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative environment with strong physician partnerships
• A consistent Monday–Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, or major holidays
• The opportunity to grow your clinical leadership skills while remaining connected to patient care

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? If you're a clinically strong RN who enjoys supporting a team, coordinating care, and leading by example, we'd love to hear from you!

The Company is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment which is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.