Charge Nurse Jobs

Charge Nurse jobs are open across hospital systems, long-term care, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty clinics, from staff-level to unit-based leadership, with concentrations in ICU, med-surg, and emergency nursing. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles680+
Top stateGeorgia
Top employerEmory Healthcare
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Charge Nurse
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Baptist Health System KY & IN
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Charge Nurse
Baptist Health System KY & IN
Sellersburg, Indiana
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Baptist Health System KY & IN
Charge Nurse
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Baptist Health System KY & IN
New 10h ago
Charge Nurse
Baptist Health System KY & IN
Sellersburg, Indiana
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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UF Health
RN Charge Nurse
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UF Health
New 14h ago
RN Charge Nurse
UF Health
Leesburg, Florida
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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UF Health
RN Charge Nurse
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UF Health
New 15h ago
RN Charge Nurse
UF Health
Clermont, Florida
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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UF Health
RN Charge Nurse
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UF Health
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RN Charge Nurse
UF Health
The Villages, Florida
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Charge Nurse Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Emory Healthcare
    Emory Healthcare83
  • Fresenius Medical Care
    Fresenius Medical Care70
  • SSM Health
    SSM Health36
  • Houston Methodist
    Houston Methodist34
  • CommonSpirit Health
    CommonSpirit Health31

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services615
  • Education17
  • Non-Profit & Social Services11
  • Animal Care & Pet Services5
  • Insurance5

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in charge nurse jobs.

  • Active registered nurse license in the state of practice
  • Minimum two years of clinical experience in the relevant unit or specialty
  • Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
  • Demonstrated charge, preceptor, or team lead experience on a nursing unit
  • Strong communication and conflict resolution skills in high-acuity settings
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred or required for leadership tracks

Tips for Your Charge Nurse Job Search

Highlight your shift leadership hours

Recruiters scanning charge nurse resumes look for concrete evidence you've led a shift, not just worked one. Quantify how many staff you coordinated, which unit you covered, and how often you held charge responsibilities each week.

Tailor your resume to each unit type

A charge nurse resume for an ICU opening reads differently than one for a med-surg floor. Emphasize acuity level, patient-to-nurse ratios you managed, and any unit-specific certifications like CCRN or CEN that match the listing.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists charge nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target listings that name your shift preference

Many charge nurse postings specify day, night, or rotating shifts and your answer in the interview will be compared against the posting. Filter for your preferred shift upfront so you're not negotiating a mismatch at the offer stage.

Prepare scenario answers using real patient events

Charge nurse interviews rely heavily on behavioral questions about conflict resolution, staffing shortages, and rapid deterioration calls. Pull two or three specific situations from your own shifts and rehearse them in a concise, outcome-focused format.

Negotiate using unit-specific context

When discussing compensation, anchor your case to the acuity and census demands of the unit, your charge hours logged, and any specialty credentials you hold. Generic experience arguments carry less weight than unit-level evidence of your scope.

Charge Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most charge nurses?

The companies hiring the most charge nurses right now include Emory Healthcare, Fresenius Medical Care, and SSM Health, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Health system expansions and nursing turnover continue to drive consistent demand across these employers.

How many charge nurse jobs are remote?

About 0% of charge nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the bedside nature of most charge roles. The sub-areas where remote or hybrid arrangements do appear include utilization review, case management leadership, and nurse educator charge positions that carry administrative responsibilities.

How do you become a charge nurse?

Start by earning your registered nurse license and building clinical experience in your target unit. Once you have a solid foundation, take on preceptor or team lead responsibilities to demonstrate leadership readiness. Pursue relevant specialty certifications for your unit, such as CCRN for critical care or CEN for emergency nursing, then express interest in charge shifts to your nurse manager and begin rotating into the role formally.

Can you get hired as a charge nurse with limited experience?

It is possible but competitive, since most hiring managers expect at least two years of unit-specific experience before placing a nurse in charge. If you're close to that threshold, focus on documenting any informal leadership you've done, such as orienting new staff, acting as a resource nurse, or covering charge duties in a pinch. Those specifics matter more than years alone when a hiring manager is on the fence.

What does the charge nurse interview process look like?

Most charge nurse interviews begin with a phone screen by a nurse recruiter, followed by a panel interview with the unit manager and often a CNO or staffing coordinator. Expect a mix of behavioral questions about conflict, prioritization, and difficult staff situations alongside scenario-based prompts tied to patient safety. Some facilities include a tour of the unit and a brief conversation with current charge nurses before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to charge nurse jobs?

You can find and apply to charge nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your unit specialty, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.

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