Charge Nurse

Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs including gym memberships

Leadership advancement opportunities

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute is looking for a Charge Nurse (RN) to provide clinical leadership and ensure high standards of patient care. With a focus on rehabilitation, you will support nursing staff and oversee hospital operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a current RN license in Georgia, have strong clinical judgment, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in the state of Georgia.
• BSN preferred from an accredited nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• ACLS preferred certification.
• Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and strong clinical judgment.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Basic computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical leadership and oversight of hospital operations during assigned shifts.
• Serves as the first line of support for nursing staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ensures safe, effective patient care and adherence to nursing standards.
• Coordinates patient admissions, staffing assignments, and unit workflow.
• Performs and supports accurate patient assessments, interventions, and documentation.
• Ensures completion and updates of interdisciplinary care plans.
• Monitors quality indicators and supports performance improvement initiatives.
• Communicates and escalates clinical concerns appropriately.
• Supports staff education, development, and regulatory compliance.
• Assists with staffing plans and management of nursing resources.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Education

Current RN licensure in Georgia

BSN preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

ACLS preferred

Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) preferred

Minimum of 2 years experience in rehabilitation or acute care

Tools

Basic computer proficiency

Job description

Charge Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute - Gainesville, GA

Sign on Bonus: $15,000

Your experience matters.

Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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 Charge Nurse (RN) joining our team, you are stepping into a key leadership role that supports both clinical excellence and staff success. You will help guide care delivery, support your team, and ensure the highest standards of patient safety and outcomes. Join us on this meaningful journey where your leadership, compassion, and clinical expertise will make a remarkable difference.

About the Team

Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute is a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the Gainesville community. Our 61,000-square-foot facility features private rooms, a dedicated wing for acquired brain injury and stroke patients, and a state-of-the-art therapy suite with innovative rehabilitation equipment. Our interdisciplinary team provides intensive nursing, physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to help patients recover from stroke, neurological conditions, and other complex injuries.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical leadership and oversight of hospital operations during assigned shifts
• Serves as the first line of support for nursing staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams
• Ensures safe, effective patient care and adherence to nursing standards and rehabilitation philosophy
• Coordinates patient admissions, staffing assignments, and unit workflow
• Performs and supports accurate patient assessments, interventions, and documentation
• Ensures completion and updates of interdisciplinary care plans
• Monitors quality indicators (QIs) and supports performance improvement initiatives
• Communicates and escalates clinical concerns or unusual occurrences appropriately
• Supports staff education, development, and regulatory compliance
• Assists with staffing plans, scheduling, and management of nursing resources

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in the state of Georgia
• BSN preferred, degree from an accredited nursing program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• ACLS preferred
• Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting
• Demonstrated leadership ability and strong clinical judgment
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Basic computer proficiency required

Schedule: 3x12 nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), rotating weekends.

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: Tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) with company match
• Employee Well-being: Wellness programs including gym memberships, virtual care, mental health services, and discounts
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and leadership advancement opportunities

Please contact DK Lyons by emailing [e-mail] or calling 850-842-8832.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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.