Charge Nurse Salary in the United States

Charge Nurse Salary

How much does a Charge Nurse make in the United States? The average Charge Nurse salary in the United States is $89,726 as of April 27, 2021, but the range typically falls between $83,326 and $99,760. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $83,326 10% $77,500 90% $108,896 75% $99,760 $89,726 50%(Median)

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Job Description for Charge Nurse

Charge Nurse plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff. Being a Charge Nurse assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary. Additionally, Charge Nurse requires a bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school. Requires a valid state RN license. Typically reports to a supervisor and/or manager. The Charge Nurse supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. To be a Charge Nurse typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2021 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Charge Nurse Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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