Charge Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Community Medical Centers is seeking a OR - Operating Room Charge Nurse (RN) for a nursing job in Fresno, California.

Job Description and Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• 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
• 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:The Surgical and Procedural (SandP) Services - Charge Nurse for Community Health System (CHS) has daily oversight and supportive resourcing of the clinical staff and the management of patient care. They serve as the primary liaison for an assigned care area with physicians, staff, patients, and families.

They are responsible for coordinating patient flow and staff assignments and the oversight of patient safety, quality, and regulatory activities within the surgical and procedural area.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
• 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

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-R4076. Posted job title: Charge RN, Surgery