Charge Nurse

Temple Rehabilitation, Temple, Texas Job title: Charge Nurse FT Day shift Charge Nurse, (3) 12-hr shifts per week, 0630 - 1900, work every other weekend, weekend shifts are Fri, Sat, and Sunday, must be flexible with scheduling, work minimally 1 major and 1 minor holiday 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 The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education

Graduate of an accredited registered nurse program; BSN preferred.

Experience

Minimum of two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting, with demonstrated leadership ability. License: Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.

Certifications

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required; Child and Adult Abuse Certification required; CRRN preferred.