Charge RN: Lead New 25-Bed Med-Surg Unit (Night)

Willis Knighton Health; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Willis Knighton Health in Shreveport, LA, is opening a brand-new 25-bed Medical-Surgical unit at Willis Knighton Bossier and seeks a skilled Charge Nurse (RN) to lead the night shift.

The Charge Nurse provides leadership and clinical oversight for the unit, coordinates daily operations, assigns staff, supports bedside care, and collaborates with physicians to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes. This is a full-time night role with a rotating schedule and every other weekend off.

Qualifications

• Current RN license.
• Previous acute care experience required; Med-Surg experience preferred.
• Leadership or charge experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating daily unit operations and patient flow
• Assigning staff and managing workloads
• Supporting bedside staff and assisting with patient care as needed
• Promoting a culture of teamwork, accountability, and excellent patient outcomes
• Collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams

Skills

RN license

Acute care

Med-Surg experience

Leadership experience

Job description

Willis Knighton Health in Shreveport, LA, is opening a brand-new 25-bed Medical-Surgical unit at Willis Knighton Bossier and seeks a skilled Charge Nurse (RN) to lead the night shift.

The Charge Nurse provides leadership and clinical oversight for the unit, coordinates daily operations, assigns staff, supports bedside care, and collaborates with physicians to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes. This is a full-time night role with a rotating schedule and every other weekend off.