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Taphealthcare

Charge RN - Main OR

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$147K - $202K/yr

As Charge RN, you'll serve as a clinical resource for the perioperative team while helping coordinate patient flow, staff activities, and day-to-day priorities in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Community Health System

Charge RN, Surgery

Fresno, CA · On-site

$59.73 - $76/hr

... 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 ...

Community Health System

Charge RN, Surgery

Fresno, CA

... 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 ...

Community Health System

Charge RN, Surgery

Fresno, CA · On-site

$59.73 - $76/hr

... 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 ...

Community Health System

Charge RN, Surgery

Fresno, CA · On-site

$59.73 - $76/hr

... 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 ...

Astrana Health, Inc.

$53.80 - $67.19/hr

Charge RN (ED) NIGHTS Department: 7010-Emergency Room Employment Type: Full Time Location: 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 ("HOSPITAL") Reporting To: Mildred Cureton Compensation: $53.80 - $67.19 ...

Astrana Health, Inc.

Charge RN (ED) NIGHTS

Fort Bragg, CA · On-site

$53.80 - $67.19/hr

Charge RN (ED) NIGHTS Department: 7010-Emergency Room Employment Type: Full Time Location: 14662 Newport Ave, Tustin, CA 92780 ("HOSPITAL") Reporting To: Mildred Cureton Compensation: $53.80 - $67.19 ...

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How much do charge rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for charge rn in California is $40.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.74 and $46.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Charge RN?

A Charge RN, or Charge Registered Nurse, is a registered nurse who takes on a leadership role during a particular shift in a hospital or healthcare facility. They are responsible for overseeing the nursing staff, coordinating patient care, managing workflow, and addressing any issues that arise on the unit. Charge RNs ensure that proper protocols are followed, delegate tasks, and often serve as a liaison between staff members, physicians, and administration. This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Charge RN?

To excel as a Charge RN, you need a solid clinical background, active RN licensure, and experience in patient care management. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), patient flow systems, and staff scheduling tools is typically required. Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and effective communication skills set exceptional Charge RNs apart. These competencies are crucial for ensuring patient safety, coordinating care teams, and maintaining smooth unit operations.

What are some common challenges Charge RNs face when managing a nursing team during a busy shift?

Charge RNs often encounter challenges such as balancing administrative duties with direct patient care, addressing staffing shortages, and managing unexpected changes in patient acuity. They must prioritize tasks effectively, support and guide team members, and ensure communication flows smoothly between the nursing staff and other departments. Strong leadership, adaptability, and conflict resolution skills are essential for Charge RNs to navigate these demanding situations while maintaining high standards of patient care.

What is the difference between Charge Rn vs Staff Nurse?

AspectCharge RnStaff Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with leadership trainingRegistered Nurse (RN) license
Work EnvironmentSupervises nursing staff, manages patient care coordinationProvides direct patient care under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities; leadership rolesHospitals, clinics, long-term care; bedside care
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

The main difference between a Charge Rn and a Staff Nurse is that the Charge Rn holds leadership responsibilities, overseeing nursing staff and patient care coordination, while the Staff Nurse primarily provides direct patient care. Both roles require an RN license, but the Charge Rn often has additional leadership training and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Charge Rn job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,389 per year, or $40.6 per hour.

Charge RN - Main OR - Full-Time Days

Tap Healthcare Solutions

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

$147K - $202K/yr

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Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Charge Registered Nurse (RN) – Main Operating Room

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Charge Registered Nurse (RN) – Main Operating Room to join Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital in Santa Rosa, California. This full-time day-shift leadership opportunity is designed for a perioperative nursing professional who combines strong clinical expertise with the ability to lead, support, and coordinate a high-performing surgical team.

As Charge RN, you will serve as both a clinical resource and frontline leader, helping coordinate daily nursing activities, support patient flow, and maintain high standards of safety and quality throughout surgical services. This position offers a competitive salary of $147,000 – $202,000 annually and provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced perioperative RN to take on greater leadership responsibility while remaining closely connected to patient care.

Required Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
  • Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license upon hire.
  • Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification within 90 days of hire.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of professional nursing experience with demonstrated leadership abilities.
  • Two (2) to five (5) years of professional experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership and support nursing teams.
  • Strong communication, organization, prioritization, and clinical decision-making skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • At least two (2) years of recent Perianesthesia RN experience.
  • Previous Charge RN, nursing leadership, supervisory, or team-lead experience.
  • Experience within perioperative, surgical, or acute-care nursing environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate clinical workflows and support nursing staff in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and other members of the surgical team.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Registered Nurse who is ready to combine strong clinical skills with meaningful frontline leadership. They are confident making decisions, supporting colleagues, coordinating competing priorities, and helping maintain an organized and patient-focused clinical environment.

Of particular importance is a candidate with demonstrated RN leadership experience and at least two years of recent Perianesthesia RN experience. The successful candidate should be prepared to discuss their specific Perianesthesia background and demonstrate how their leadership experience has prepared them to guide and support a surgical nursing team.

Screening Questions
  1. Do you have professional RN leadership experience?
  2. Do you have at least two (2) years of recent Perianesthesia RN experience? Please be prepared to elaborate on this specific experience.
  3. Do you currently hold an active California Registered Nurse license?
  4. Do you currently hold American Heart Association BLS certification?
  5. Are you able to work a full-time day-shift schedule?

Tap Healthcare Solutions connects experienced nursing professionals with healthcare organizations where clinical expertise and strong leadership are valued. We understand that successful surgical nursing leaders must be able to support their teams while maintaining an unwavering commitment to patient safety, quality, and efficient clinical operations.

This Charge RN – Main OR opportunity at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital offers the chance to advance within perioperative nursing leadership while remaining directly involved in the clinical environment. With highly competitive compensation and a full-time day schedule, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RN ready to bring both their clinical expertise and leadership abilities to the next level.

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