Primary Charge Nurse Med Surg

OSF HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Primary Charge Nurse-Inpatient/ED to oversee nursing staff and ensure safe, high-quality patient care on assigned shifts. You will lead with accountability, directing priorities and resolving issues to support the unit’s goals.

The role requires strong communication, analytical problem-solving, and teamwork. Sign-on bonuses and relocation options underscore our commitment to attracting skilled professionals who value patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing required; Bachelor’s in Nursing within 3 years of hire.
• RN license with BLS and ACLS, PALS, or other certification as required by unit.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong analytical and problem solving abilities; detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct nursing staff on assigned shifts.
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care and a positive patient/family experience.
• Lead in resolving operational and patient care problems.
• Prepare daily work assignments and determine priorities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Education

Associates in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

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Pay range for this position is $37.05 - $54.54/hour. Actual pay is based on years of licensure. This is an Hourly position.

Shift Differentials:

• 3rd shift - $4.00/hour
• Weekends - $3.25/hour

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Bonus offered

OSF St. Anthony's Health Center is a newly designated Magnet Hospital with Distinction, receiving its first designation in 2025!

Our Medical Surgical Unit is a great place to begin your career as a graduate nurse learn about nursing skills, teamwork, and critical thinking. Our unit also challenges the experienced nursing staff with the complexity and acuity of our patient population. we have a 45 bed unit comprised of a diverse population of patients. Some of the diagnosises that we see range from COPD, CHF, pneumoia, stroke, AKI, Medical stabilization, and much more.

Nursing ratios are 4-6:1 and the goal is to maintain a free charge who has the ability to help with patient throughput and patient placement. Nurses hire in through our progression competency onboarding model and work through critical thinking skills before they come off of orientation. Our medical surgical team sets the bar high with our hyperfocus on quality metrics and an excellent patient experience.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Primary Charge Nurse-Inpatient/ED assists in overseeing and directing work of nursing personnel engaging in providing patient/nursing care services on assigned shifts, according to departmental policies and nursing care standards. Demonstrates accountability for ensuring safe, high quality patient care, enhances the patient /family experience, and provides effective leadership contributing to the delivery of the organization's objectives. Determines work priorities, prepares daily work assignments, and serves as a resource person for unit personnel in resolving operational and patient care problems. The RN Hospital Inpatient/ED operates in units that provide 24/7 care in the hospital.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Associates in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree in Nursing must be obtained within 3 years of date of hire into role.
• Licenses/Certifications: RN-Registered Nurse BLS and ACLS, PALS, or other certification as required by unit.
• Other skills/knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Experience: 2 years of experience on the unit or similar unit.
• License/Certifications: Certification in area of specialty.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.