Charge Nurse
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Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Charge Nurse Rehabilitation
Part-Time
Shift: Nights
Schedule:12 hr shifts rotating weekends
Location: Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute Madison NJ
Pay: $50/hr
Charge Nurse Position Summary
The Charge Nurse provides leadership clinical guidance and oversight of nursing operations during assigned shifts. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality safe and compliant patient care by coordinating staff assignments supporting workflow mentoring nursing staff and promoting excellence in clinical practice. The Charge Nurse serves as the primary resource for staff collaboration problem-solving and escalation of clinical or operational concerns.
Essential Functions
Leads and supports nursing staff to ensure effective delivery of patient-centered evidence-based care
Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities and promotes a culture of teamwork and accountability
Oversees daily staffing assignments based on patient acuity census and skill mix
Serves as a clinical mentor providing real-time coaching support and guidance
Ensures timely and accurate documentation consistent with regulatory and hospital standards
Acts as a liaison between nurses physicians therapists and interdisciplinary team members
Responds to changes in patient condition and assists with higher-acuity interventions when needed
Participates in quality improvement initiatives patient safety efforts and hospital compliance activities
Supports new nurse orientation and ongoing staff development
Facilitates effective communication across shifts including handoff processes and incident reporting
Additional Information
Experience in clinical leadership precepting or teaching is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements accreditation standards and quality metrics
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Education
Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program; BSN preferred
Experience
Minimum of two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting with demonstrated leadership ability (Charge Nurse or Preceptor experience preferred)
License
Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Certifications
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required
Child and Adult Abuse Certification required (if applicable by state)
CRRN preferred
Your Experience Matters
Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute part of Lifepoint Rehabilitation and jointly operated with Atlantic Health System is committed to supporting your professional well-being so you can provide exceptional patient care. As a Charge Nurse you embrace a leadership role that directly strengthens our mission of making communities healthier. Your clinical expertise decision-making skills and steady leadership will have a meaningful impact on the patients and staff you support.
More About Our Hospital
Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute is a 38-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital specializing in individualized patient-centered therapy and medical care. We support recovery from:
Stroke and neurological conditions
Brain and spinal cord injury
Orthopedic trauma and post-operative rehabilitation
Medically complex or chronic conditions impacting functional independence
Our modern hospital features fully equipped therapy gyms transitional living areas outdoor therapeutic spaces and advanced rehabilitation technology designed to enhance mobility strength and independence.
How Youll Contribute as a Charge Nurse
A Charge Nurse in this role will:
Lead and coordinate the nursing team throughout the shift
Complete and oversee comprehensive patient assessments and care priorities
Support nursing interventions aligned with individualized rehabilitation goals
Provide safe evidence-based care tailored to each patients age and condition
Assist with staffing decisions real-time problem solving and resource allocation
Support patient and family education discharge planning and clinical communication
Accurately document patient progress and ensure compliance with clinical standards
Collaborate closely with physicians therapists case managers and interdisciplinary partners
Promote a respectful supportive and team-focused environment
Serve as the first point of escalation for clinical and operational concerns
Connect with Our RN Recruiting Specialist
Not ready to apply or have questions Contact DK Lyons
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Schedule a 1:1: Meeting link available upon request
Why Join Us
Charge Nurses enjoy:
Competitive pay and comprehensive support for professional growth
A collaborative interdisciplinary care model
A modern healing-centered care environment
Low nurse-to-patient ratios (goal of 57:1)
Opportunities for leadership development specialty certification and career advancement
A culture built on respect teamwork learning and shared commitment to outstanding patient outcomes
Equal Opportunity Employer
Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants including Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran candidates.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
