Charge (RN) Nurse

About the role

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75‑bed acute care facility that has been providing exceptional care for over 18 years, serving Elko and surrounding communities. As part of LifePoint Health, the hospital is committed to high‑quality, compassionate, patient‑centered care through a collaborative team. The Behavioral Health Department emphasizes teamwork and communication, delivering specialized care to patients ranging from neonatal to geriatric. Joining as a Registered Nurse – Charge Position means you will contribute to a mission of making communities healthier while receiving support for your well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Provides overall direction and supervision of patient care and nursing personnel on the unit
• Consults with staff, physicians, and the Program Director regarding nursing practices and hospital policies
• Ensures nursing staff compliance with clinical policies and procedures
• Participates in incident investigations and the preparation of related reports
• Ensures appropriate staffing levels to meet patient care needs
• Implements and upholds Standards of Nursing Practice across all functions
• Serves as the administrative representative in the absence of the Program Director
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Current Nevada RN license
• Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school (BSN preferred)
• One year of previous experience preferred

Qualifications

• BCLS certification upon completion of hospital orientation
• ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire or transfer to the position
• Handle with care preferred

Skills

• Critical thinking skills
• Decisive judgment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Capable of working in a stressful environment and taking appropriate action

Benefits

• 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, 401(k) retirement package with company match
• Employee well‑being: mental, physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, discount programs)
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities