Charge Nurse & Shift Leader - Patient Flow Champion

nghs; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Charge Nurse to advance nursing excellence by providing transformational shift leadership, reinforcing shared decision-making, and ensuring standard work supports safety, quality, and patient experience. The Charge Nurse serves as a essential clinical leader within the nursing unit, coordinating care and ensuring efficient patient flow.

The role emphasizes accountability for patient safety, nurse engagement, and clinical mentoring, guiding staff

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia.
• National certification in either a clinical or leadership specialty within two years of hire.
• Associates Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year in direct patient care in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and staff engagement.
• Coordinate care and optimize patient flow across the unit during each shift.
• Provide real-time problem-solving, mentorship and crisis leadership as needed.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, audits, and unit resources.
• Serve as liaison among nurses, physicians, patients and leadership during shifts.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff coaching

Communication

Patient flow management

Crisis leadership

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Charge Nurse to advance nursing excellence by providing transformational shift leadership, reinforcing shared decision-making, and ensuring standard work supports safety, quality, and patient experience. The Charge Nurse serves as a essential clinical leader within the nursing unit, coordinating care and ensuring efficient patient flow.

The role emphasizes accountability for patient safety, nurse engagement, and clinical mentoring, guiding staff