Charge Nurse - Med/Surg Overflow Leader & Mentor

BayCare Health System; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k with match

Performance bonuses

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking an RN - Charge Nurse to join the Med/Surg Overflow unit at St. Joseph's South. The role emphasizes leadership, clinical excellence, and precepting the nursing team to maintain high-quality patient care.

The position requires an active RN license, BLS, and at least two years of acute care experience, with a Bachelor’s in Nursing. The unit operates with evening to night shifts and a focus on teamwork and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license.
• BLS certification.
• 2 years RN acute care experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• The RN - Charge Nurse provides patient care with strong managerial oversight and serves as a role model for the nursing team.
• Acts as a preceptor and lead nurse, guiding new staff and coordinating unit activities.
• Ensures efficient, high‑quality care on the Med/Surg Overflow unit and collaborates with physicians and support services.
• Monitors patient conditions and staffing, communicates effectively with care teams and families.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing supervision

Team coordination

Clinical nursing

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Job description

BayCare Health System is seeking an RN - Charge Nurse to join the Med/Surg Overflow unit at St. Joseph's South. The role emphasizes leadership, clinical excellence, and precepting the nursing team to maintain high-quality patient care.

The position requires an active RN license, BLS, and at least two years of acute care experience, with a Bachelor’s in Nursing. The unit operates with evening to night shifts and a focus on teamwork and patient safety.