Rumon Haque (aged 37) from Royton has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a bladed article.
He has been remanded to custody to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court tomorrow (Tuesday).
Detective Superintendent Matt Walker, from GMP's Oldham district, said: “Our thoughts are with the nurse as she continues to receive treatment in hospital for her injuries, and our priority remains supporting her, her family, and her colleagues at this difficult time.
“We continue to work closely with our NHS colleagues to support anyone who has been affected by this incident."
The charges relate to an incident which took place in the Acute Medical Unit at Royal Oldham Hospital on Saturday night (January 11).
