Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse
Job Type: Full Time | Nights
Schedule: 3x, Nights (6:30p-7a)
Sign On Bonus Based on Eligibility
Your experience matters
Landcaster Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, 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
You will work within a modern inpatient rehabilitation environment, supported by strong leadership and a collaborative interdisciplinary care model. Our nurse-to-patient ratios promote individualized attention and patient safety. We offer a culture of mutual respect, ongoing education, and shared dedication to outcomes that matter. From physical spaces designed for comfort and recovery to advanced therapy technology and amenities like private rooms and transitional apartments, everything is built to enhance patient success-and your ability to deliver excellent care.
How you'll contribute
A Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse who excels in this role:
Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse (RN) 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.
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:
Minimum of two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting, with demonstrated leadership ability.
CPR/BCLS certification required
ACLS preferred
CRRN preferred
Child and Adult Abuse Certification required
Education: Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Minimum six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting 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
More about Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital
Who We Are:
At Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital, your passion for care is valued, supported, and empowered. As a Registered Nurse (RN) on our Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) team, you are an essential part of a collaborative mission to restore independence and improve lives. Backed by Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, our 59-bed inpatient hospital provides an advanced, patient-centered environment where your contributions make a lasting impact.
Our team works together to treat individuals recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, neurological disorders, orthopedic conditions, amputations, and complex medical conditions. With a focus on dignity, compassion, and innovation, we help our patients achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life.
Where We Are:
Lancaster, Pennsylvania is a historic small city in south-central Pennsylvania. We are known for our rich colonial history, vibrant art scenes, and proximity to Amish farmland. Lancaster blends old-world charm and modern city energy. Lancaster features attractions such as a historical Central Market, a growing theater and music scene, and many art galleries, boutiques, and coffee shops.
EEOC Statement
"Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lancaster 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.
