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Commonwealth of Kentucky

Charge Nurse

Hanson, KY · On-site

$31.81/hr

Advertisement Closes 8/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2603564 Charge Nurse Pay Grade15 Salary $31.81 Hourly Locality Premium - $14.36 per hour Shift Premium for Second and Third shift - 15% Weekend Premium ...

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Charge Nurse

Hanson, KY · On-site

$31.81/hr

Advertisement Closes 8/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2603564 Charge Nurse Pay Grade15 Salary $31.81 Hourly Locality Premium - $14.36 per hour Shift Premium for Second and Third shift - 15% Weekend Premium ...

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How much do weekend charge nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend charge nurse in the United States is $41.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.17 and $47.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Weekend Charge Nurse?

To thrive as a Weekend Charge Nurse, you need an active RN license, strong clinical expertise, and leadership experience, often supported by a BSN degree and previous supervisory roles. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), staff scheduling systems, and incident reporting tools is crucial. Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills help manage staff and ensure high-quality patient care during busy weekend shifts. These abilities are essential for maintaining smooth operations, patient safety, and staff morale when resources may be limited.

What is a Weekend Charge Nurse?

A Weekend Charge Nurse is a registered nurse who oversees nursing staff and patient care during weekend shifts in a healthcare facility. They are responsible for coordinating patient assignments, supervising staff, handling emergencies, and ensuring compliance with healthcare policies. Weekend Charge Nurses act as the main point of contact for nurses and often communicate with physicians and families. This role requires strong leadership, critical thinking, and organizational skills to manage patient care effectively when administrative support may be limited.

What is the difference between Weekend Charge Nurse vs Weekend Staff Nurse?

AspectWeekend Charge NurseWeekend Staff Nurse
CertificationsRN license, possibly leadership trainingRN license
Work EnvironmentSupervises staff, manages patient careProvides direct patient care
ResponsibilitiesOversees nursing team, handles complex casesAssists with patient care, routine tasks
Search & UsageLeadership, supervisory rolesDirect patient care roles

The Weekend Charge Nurse typically holds a registered nurse license and takes on supervisory duties during weekends, overseeing staff and managing complex cases. In contrast, the Weekend Staff Nurse focuses on direct patient care without supervisory responsibilities. Both roles require RN certification but differ mainly in leadership and scope of duties.

What unique challenges might a Weekend Charge Nurse face compared to weekday charge nurses?

Weekend Charge Nurses often manage higher patient-to-staff ratios due to reduced staffing and may encounter fewer support resources on-site, such as ancillary services or administrative personnel. This requires strong leadership and problem-solving skills to ensure patient care standards are maintained. Additionally, Weekend Charge Nurses are typically the primary point of contact for resolving urgent issues, coordinating admissions and discharges, and supporting less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative and autonomous work environment.
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Charge Nurse

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Hanson, KY • On-site

$31.81/hr

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Job description

Advertisement Closes
8/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2603564
Charge Nurse
Pay Grade15
Salary
$31.81 Hourly
Locality Premium - $14.36 per hour
Shift Premium for Second and Third shift - 15%
Weekend Premium - 25%
Holiday Premium - 25%
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs
Location
926 Veterans Drive
Hanson, KY 42413 USA
Description
The Joseph "Eddie" Ballard Western Kentucky Veterans Center is a 156-bed long term care facility located inbeautiful Hanson, Kentucky that is committed to serving Kentucky's Veterans by fostering independence,preserving dignity and providing compassionate care.
We are currently seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to work in our nursing department as a Charge Nurse.This position will serve in the role of Charge Nurse and supervise professional and ancillary employees in theadministration of efficient nursing care.
Must have an active, unrestricted or probated status as a Registered Nurse on the KBN licensure verification.
Skill and expectations for this position include but are not limited to:

  • Good communications and documentation skills
  • Good work ethics
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Team leader
  • Administer medications and treatments, as well as helping to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of our Veterans.
The ideal candidate will work within a team-centered environment to meet our commitment to serving Kentucky'sVeterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providing compassionate care.
This agency is prohibited from hiring employees with convictions identified in 906 KAR 1:190. A fingerprint-supported national background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.
This position, in Hopkins County has an approved Locality Premium of $14.36 in compliance with 101 KAR2:034 Section 9(1).
This job classification is approved for the following shift premiums, in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(2), which are applied to the base salary:
  • Second & Third shift: 15%
  • Weekend: 25%
  • Holidays: 25%

Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have two years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:A bachelor's degree in nursing will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be licensed in Kentucky as a registered nurse or possess a valid work permit issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=52116 ; https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/kar/201/020/070.pdfhttp://www.kbn.ky.gov. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Incumbents work with patients, clients, or employees who may have been exposed to infectious diseases which may require the following of safety procedures.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Meagan Shannon at Meagan.shannon@ky.gov or 270-322-3566.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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