Charge Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

About the role

This position is for a Rehabilitation Charge Nurse (RN) responsible for overseeing a clinic unit within the department. The role involves coordinating staff scheduling, acting as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care following established standards.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to RNs, LPNs, and CNAs based on patient needs and staff competencies.
• Manage daily staffing, assist with staff orientation, and ensure completion of competency checklists.
• Develop and implement plans to meet regulatory requirements, train and mentor staff, and monitor patient care effectiveness.
• Maintain high customer service standards by interacting with patients and addressing service issues.
• Handle department operations, including scheduling and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license in the state.
• CPR certification.
• Applicable advanced certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP).
• Minimum two years of relevant clinical nursing experience, with specific experience in neonatal or specialized areas preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.

Skills

• Effective communication.
• Decision‑making under stress.
• Change management skills.
• Ability to independently make decisions in high‑pressure situations.
• Manage departmental budgets.
• Provide leadership.
• Ability to obtain certifications in specialty areas such as bariatrics or wound care (may be required).