Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse at Lifepoint Health

Langhorne, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing leadership, Clinical documentation, Staff education, Patient care coordination, Quality improvement, Performance improvement, Mentoring, Patient safety, Staff assignment, Acute care, Rehabilitation nursing, Documentation auditing, Clinical practice, Medically complex patient care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Registered Nurse (RN)- Charge Nurse Job Type: Full Time | Nights Sign On Bonus Based on Eligibility Your experience matters St Mary Rehab Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team Our rehabilitation teams 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. How you'll contribute A Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse who excels in this role: As a RN Charge Nurse, you will serve as a frontline leader and critical support for nursing staff, physicians, and providers. Key responsibilities include: * 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. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: * Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. * Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. * Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. * Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). * Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we're looking for Applicants should have a current Pennsylvania or compact state RN license and possess an associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include: * Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred; Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) preferred. * Experience: Minimum of two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting, with demonstrated leadership ability. * Licenses: Must have a current Pennsylvania or compact state RN license. * Education: Associate's degree required. BSN preferred. Connect with our Nursing recruiting specialist Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Dee by emailing Dee.Robertson@lifepointhealth.net [Dee.Robertson@lifepointhealth.net] More about St Mary Rehabilitation Hospital The first and only freestanding, inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital in Bucks County. St Mary Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Rehabilitation Hospitals in 2021. St Mary Rehabilitation Hospital embraces the tradition of excellence for which St Mary Medical Center is known. We are very proud of our patient outcomes. St Mary Rehab Hospital has been ranked in the top 25 percent of all rehab hospitals by UDS (Uniform Data Systems) for multiple years. Where We Are: Situated in the heart of charming Bucks County, St. Mary Rehabilitation Hospital serves as a peaceful, healing retreat directly across from the St. Mary Medical Center campus. We’ve designed our space to be a sanctuary for recovery, perfectly positioned to take advantage of the local beauty and community spirit. Whether you’re exploring the historic, tree-lined streets of the borough or enjoying the welcoming shops and cafes at nearby Woodbourne Square, there is a sense of home around every corner. EEOC Statement "St Mary Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St Mary Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." 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 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Charge Nurse serves as a frontline leader responsible for auditing documentation, mentoring nursing staff, and ensuring high standards of patient care. They also coordinate patient resources, manage staff assignments based on acuity, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.