Charge Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $60-76 per hour

Community Medical Centers; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Sign-on incentive

Education programs

Tuition reimbursement

Forbes recognition

Job summary

Community Medical Centers in Fresno, CA is seeking an ICU Charge Nurse (RN) for a 36-hour week with night shifts. You will oversee daily clinical operations, support the care team, and ensure safe, high-quality patient care within a busy ICU environment.

The role offers a pathway for leadership, ongoing education, and a comprehensive benefits package with relocation support and a sign-on incentive for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• California RN license required.
• BLS certification required.
• 2 years RN staff experience in the assigned area.
• 6 months as Relief Charge RN or in a team leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinical operations on the unit.
• Coordinate patient flow and staff assignments.
• Ensure patient safety, quality and regulatory activities.
• Lead with purpose and collaborate with care teams.

Skills

RN experience

Leadership

Staff supervision

Education

High School Diploma or HSE or IEP Certificate

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Community Medical Centers is seeking a ICU - Intensive Care Unit Charge Nurse (RN) for a nursing job in Fresno, California.

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Discipline: RN

Duration: Ongoing

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, nights

Employment Type: Staff

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service
• Progressive sign-on incentive paid over time for eligible candidates
• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek
• Time and a half after 8 hrs + weekend and night differential (call pay for procedural areas)
• RN Advancement Pathway for growth, built for nurses, by nurses
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions
• Great food options with on-demand ordering
• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community.

All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams.

Learn more on our Benefits page.

Responsibilities

As a Charge Nurse at Community Health System, you oversee daily clinical operations and support your care team to ensure safe, high quality patient care. You serve as the main liaison for your assigned area, working with physicians, staff, patients and families. You’ll coordinate patient flow, guide staff assignments and take responsibility for patient safety, quality and regulatory activities across the unit. You lead with purpose, grow your leadership skills and make a visible impact every shift, supported by a team that values your voice, your judgment and your commitment to excellent care.

Qualifications

• Education High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE), or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
• Experience 2 years of experience as a staff RN in the area of assignment or demonstrated competency by achieving a minimum of 35 points on the RN Competency Model Evaluation form required
• Experience 6 months of experience as a Relief Charge RN or in a team leadership role required
• Licenses and Certifications
• RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required
• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Certifications as required for the unit

Disclaimers

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.

Community Medical Centers Job ID #2026-R6370. Posted job title: Charge Nurse, Medical ICU