Charge Nurse - Surgical Acute Care Elderly - night

Job Summary

The Charge Nurse reports to the Clinical Staff Manager and plans, directs, and evaluates overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. The role coordinates unit activities, directs, organizes, and assigns work to nursing staff, assesses, monitors, and educates staff on patient care, delegates and readjusts patient assignments, and implements emergency procedures as necessary.

Consistent with direction from the Clinical Staff Manager, the Charge Nurse works to enhance throughput, quality, and customer service in the area.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent education and experience.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
• If a Registered Nurse with an Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN), four (4) or more years of direct patient care RN experience including a charge role.
• RN with a BSN, two (2) or more years of direct patient care RN experience including a charge role preferred.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Card.
• Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is required for the following areas with 90 days or employment or transfer:
  • All Critical Care areas:
    Emergency Care Center (ECC/ED), GI/Cath Laboratory, Labor & Delivery.
  • All Intermediate Care areas and Post Acute Care Unit (PACU).

• Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well‑being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
• Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
• Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
• Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
• Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
• Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
• Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
• Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
• Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

• Health & Wellness:
  Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Financial Security:
  Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
• Career Growth:
  Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
• Employee Support:
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.

Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.