Lead Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Charge)

Premiere Healthcare Staffing; Minot (ME); On-site; USD 62,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Premiere Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Travel Med Surg Charge Nurse to lead and provide bedside care in acute care hospital settings. You will coordinate patient assignments, mentor unit nurses, and ensure high-quality care for diverse adult medical-surgical populations. Collaborate with physicians, oversee admissions and discharges, and manage patient flow while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• BSN or higher required and current RN license.
• Minimum of several years of medical-surgical experience.
• Experience in travel nursing or acute-care leadership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assign patient care across units.
• Mentor and support unit nurses to ensure best practices.
• Oversee admissions, transfers, and discharges; manage patient flow.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical nursing skills

Critical thinking

Education

BSN or higher

Tools

EHR systems

Nurse call systems

Job description

Premiere Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Travel Med Surg Charge Nurse to provide leadership and bedside care in acute care hospital settings. In this role, you will coordinate patient assignments, support and mentor unit nurses, and ensure high-quality, evidence-based care for diverse adult medical-surgical populations. You will collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, oversee admissions and discharges, manage patient flow, and respond to emergencies. This travel position requires adaptability, strong communication, and a commitment to patient safety, regulatory compliance, and compassionate, culturally sensitive care.