Charge Nurse, Rehabilitation
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Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Charge Nurse Rehabilitation
Job Type: PRN Nights - Must be available to work one night per week in Charge Nurse role.
Your experience matters
At Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art 57-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.
Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke brain injury neurological conditions trauma spinal cord injury amputation and orthopedic injury.
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health function and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.
We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Stroke Specialty program.
How youll contribute
Youll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
- Competitive paid time off for full-time employees
- Income-protection programs such as life accident critical-injury insurance short- and long-term disability and identity theft coverage
- Tuition reimbursement loan assistance and 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program including mental physical and financial wellness
- Professional development and growth opportunities
Charge Nurse Position Summary
The Charge Nurse is responsible for leading and supporting nursing staff in the delivery of high-quality safe and compliant patient care. This role includes clinical mentorship documentation oversight and coordination of staff assignments based on patient needs.
Essential Functions
- Complete routine audits to ensure accurate and timely documentation in Cerner and UDS for compliance.
- Identify and address educational needs among nursing staff based on clinical practice and feedback.
- Educate and monitor staff on proper QI documentation to reflect accurate burden of care.
- Serve as a clinical mentor and resource for nursing staff caring for medically complex patients.
- Support patient and family education and coordinate resources to reduce hospital readmissions.
- Provide UDS documentation/orientation training for newly hired licensed nurses.
- Conduct remediation sessions for nurses with documentation deficiencies.
- Participate actively in Continuous Quality and Performance Improvement (CQPI) efforts.
- Ensure the nursing team delivers care that maximizes patient safety and meets all care standards.
- Assist with nursing staff assignments based on patient acuity and staff competency.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Information
Demonstrates leadership capabilities and a commitment to nursing excellence.
Experience in clinical teaching and quality improvement is strongly preferred.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Qualifications and requirements
- Graduate of an accredited registered nurse program; BSN preferred.
- Minimum of two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting with demonstrated leadership ability.
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required; Child and Adult Abuse Certification required; CRRN preferred.
About our Health System
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art 57-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital is a part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed tomaking communities healthierwith acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Rehabilitation Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Required Experience:
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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
