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Job Title:

Charge Nurse - Med/Surg/Peds

Cost Center:

603181173 IMHos-Med-Surg Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36.4

Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

12-hour night shifts, variable days (United States of America)

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Charge Nurse - Med/Surg/Peds works under general supervision, the Charge RN is responsible for the planning, directing and evaluation of total nursing care and functions on their assigned unit during a given period of time in accordance with established philosophy and policies and procedures. Relates effectively with other shifts and departments, participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records and upgrading of policies, procedures and skills.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Minimum Required: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.

Preferred/Optional: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES 

Minimum Required: 1-2 years nursing experience preferred or recent completion nursing education program. Demonstrates excellence in customer service and professional conduct. Possesses good communication skills. Interacts appropriately and positively with peers, patients, families, physicians, and professionals. Maintains professionalism in the community, protects the confidentiality of the patient and serves as a patient advocate at all times.

The Charge RN on Medical or Surgical Units has the ability to function as a resource to coworkers.  Must demonstrate ability to lead others and monitor/observe employee work performance and correct inappropriate/incorrect performance as it occurs.  Demonstrates ability to direct others and delegate appropriately and fairly. 

Preferred/Optional: Successful current charge nurse experience will be given priority.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES 

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position.  Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required Current Michigan license. BCLS required within 30 days of hire. ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire. Achieves 80% or better on medication test.  

Preferred/Optional: ANCC certification.

MNA Job Posting

• Internal Posting Timeline: Friday, August 8, 2025 @ 10:30am – Wednesday, August 13, 2025 @ 10:30am
• Experience: Per Job Description
• Start Times: 7pm
• Length of Shifts: 12.25
• Weekend Rotation: Yes
• FTE: 0.91
• Overtime will be calculated for all hours worked over the scheduled shift or 40 hours one work week.
• Subject Article XIX, the nurse awarded this position will not be eligible to file notice for another position for one (1) year from the effective date of awarded position (per section 19.05).

Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare.  Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.

Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid.  This is a condition of employment.  Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.