Charge RN, PACU
- Relocation assistance
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- RN license
How this pay compares
This posting states $59.73–$76 an hour. Open charge nurse jobs in California post a median of $67.21 an hour, the middle half $60.60–$74.57, across 60 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Charge nurses employed in California earn a median of $67.44 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Workplace injuries
Community Regional Medical Ctr in Fresno reported 119 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 9,811,981 hours worked: 2.4 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 14 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
What California law says about nurse staffing
- Minimum nurse-to-patient ratios: General acute care hospitals must keep licensed nurse-to-patient ratios by unit, for example 1:2 in critical care and 1:5 in medical-surgical units. Cal. Code Regs. tit. 22, § 70217(a) (source: Cal. Code Regs. tit. 22, § 70217(a))
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 54.8% · Stating an hourly rate 34.1%
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About the job
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)
- 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 (S&P) 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• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred 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• Certifications as required for the unit
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.
From Community Health System (Fresno)'s job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Community Health System (Fresno)
Community Health System (Fresno) hires nurses, therapists and advanced practice providers in Fresno and Clovis in California.
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