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Posted 08 August, 2026

Charge Registered Nurse / RN Med Surg

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center
Montclair, NJ, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Overview

Become a part of our team as a full-time, night shift Charge Registered Nurse in Montclair, NJ.

Why Choose Us?

Flourish in a People-Centric Environment and Enhance Healthcare

  • Flourish: We provide our staff with opportunities for career advancement and resources that promote your health, education, and financial stability.
  • People-Centric: Your well-being is our priority, supported by an inclusive culture where you are appreciated and cared for.
  • Enhance Healthcare: We leverage state-of-the-art technology to empower our team and improve patient care.
  • Discover more about the available for this position.
Meet Your Team
  • Our facility spans 820,000 square feet and features the latest medical programs, advanced technology, and patient-centered care, including 365 beds, over 1,200 staff members, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.
A Day in the Life of a Med-Surg RN

Responsibilities
  • The Charge Nurse for the Medical/Surgical Unit possesses leadership abilities, authority, and accountability for nursing care delivery, utilizing the nursing process.
  • They serve as an extension of the leadership team (including director, manager, nursing supervisor, clinical preceptor, and/or house supervisor) and are expected to conduct themselves accordingly.
Qualifications

Job Requirements:

  • Associate’s Degree in Nursing is mandatory.
  • Must hold a valid RN license in the State of New Jersey.
  • BLS certification is required within 14 days of hire or transfer into this role, prior to engaging in direct patient care.
  • A minimum of one year of experience as a Staff RN in a Medical/Surgical unit is essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.

The compensation for this position is based on experience and education, and may include additional pay components such as differentials and on-call pay depending on the role.