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Charge Nurse (Non-Exempt)- ENDO- FT

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Grady Health System

Atlanta, Georgia

The Charge Nurse reports to the Clinical Staff Manager, and plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift.

Posted Sep 21 · 2 years of experience

Unit and setting
ENDO · Hospital Charge Nurse (Non-Exempt)- ENDO- FT
License
RN licenseRegistered Nurse (RN) License in State of Georgia
Term
Permanent Charge Nurse (Non-Exempt)- ENDO- FTFull time

Do you qualify?

License
Registered Nurse (RN) License in State of Georgia Check your license
Certification
American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Card American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Card.
Education
BSN or equivalent education and experience Bachelor's Degree In Nursing (BSN) or equivalent education and experience.
Experience
4 or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role for ASN RNs If a Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN), four (4) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role.
Experience
ICU experience ICU exp- 2 years required

Preferred

Experience
2 or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role for BSN RNs RN with a BSN, two (2) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role preferred.

What it pays

Tuition assistance
Offered

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverageHealth & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • BenefitsRetirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverageFinancial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
  • BenefitsPaid time off, holidays, and family leave benefitsWork-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
  • BenefitsTuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancementCareer Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
  • BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on servicesEmployee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.
  • Medical
More benefits (14)
  • dental
  • vision
  • prescription drug coverage
  • Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
  • life insurance
  • disability coverage
  • Paid time off
  • holidays
  • family leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • professional development programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • wellness initiatives
  • discounts on services

The role and schedule

Charge
plans, directs, and evaluates overall nursing care and unit functions
Charge
coordinates unit activities and organizes and assigns work to staff Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff.
Charge
assesses, monitors, and educates nursing staff on patient care Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care.
Charge
delegates, coordinates, and readjusts patient assignments The Charge Nurse delegates, coordinates and readjusts patient assignments.
Day to day
enhances throughput, quality, and customer service Consistent with the direction from the Clinical Staff Manager, works to enhance the throughput, quality and customer service in his/her area.
Day to day
institutes emergency procedures as necessary Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.

The workplace

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Grady Health System
Health system employer

You walk into Grady as the nurse at the center of Atlanta’s largest public hospital-based system—a Level 1 Trauma Center with an ABA-verified adult Burn Center, the Marcus Stroke & Neuroscience Center, a Heart & Vascular Center, and a 24-hour…

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

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Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Charge Nurse reports to the Clinical Staff Manager, and plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff. Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. The Charge Nurse delegates, coordinates and readjusts patient assignments. Consistent with the direction from the Clinical Staff Manager, works to enhance the throughput, quality and customer service in his/her area. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In Nursing (BSN) or equivalent education and experience.

Bachelor's Degree In Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Registered Nurse (RN) License in State of Georgia

If a Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN), four (4) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in a charge role.

RN with a BSN, two (2) or more years direct patient care RN experience including in 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

ICU exp- 2 years required

All Intermediate Care areas Post Acute Care Unite (PACU)

Core Competencies

These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.

  • 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.

Grady Total Rewards

At Grady, we believe in supporting the health, well-being, and growth of every team member. Our Total Rewards package is designed to provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that make a difference in your life and career, including:

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’s Total Rewards are designed to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered, both at work and beyond.

Why Join Grady?

Grady Health System is more than a hospital — we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration.

Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

At Grady, we don’t just work, we make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.

What's around it?

In Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, GAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent
$1,711/mo
Household income
$85,652/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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