Charge Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health®; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO and family leave

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Rehabilitation Charge Nurse in Austin, TX. You will lead nursing staff in delivering safe, high-quality care and mentor others while maintaining strong documentation and compliance.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, staff education, and coordination of patient-centered care, with opportunities to influence CQPI initiatives and improve outcomes for medically complex

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited BSN, ADN or Nursing Diploma program.
• Current state RN licensure.
• CPR/BCLS certification. Child and Adult Abuse Certification required. ACLS preferred. CRRN preferred.
• Minimum of two years in rehabilitation or acute care with leadership experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to nursing excellence.
• Experience in clinical teaching and quality improvement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support nursing staff in delivery of high-quality, safe patient care.
• Provide clinical mentorship and coordination of staff assignments based on patient needs.
• Oversee documentation accuracy in Cerner and UDS for compliance.
• Identify educational needs and provide remediation for nursing staff on documentation.
• Coordinate CQPI efforts to improve care outcomes and reduce readmissions.
• Assist with staffing decisions based on patient acuity and staff competency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Education

BSN or ADN or Nursing Diploma

Tools

Cerner

UDS

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)

Shift: Full Time, 3-12's, Days 6:45am - 7:15pm

Registered Nurse (RN)

Shift: Full Time, 3-12's, Days 6:45am - 7:15pm

Your Experience Matters

At Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital, we put your well-being first-because when you're taken care of, you can take even better care of others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a 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.

About Us

Central Texas Rehabilitation is a 50 bed hospital located in Austin, Texas and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. CTRH is accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF. Ready to join a facility rated in the top four America's Best Rehabilitation Center for 2025 by Newsweek?

How you'll contribute

As an employee of CTRH you will join a team that embodies a culture of teamwork and effective communication, essential for the delivery of patient care. You will work with a team committed to ensure patients receive optimal medical attention and support. As Rehabilitation Charge Nurse you will be 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.

• 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

What We Offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• 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.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program.
• Licensure: Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.
• Certifications: CPR/BCLS certification. Child and Adult Abuse Certification required. ACLS preferred. CRRN Preferred
• Experience: Minimum of two years in rehabilitation or acute care setting, with demonstrated leadership ability.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates leadership capabilities and a commitment to nursing excellence.
• Experience in clinical teaching and quality improvement is strongly preferred.

EEOC Statement

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Central Texas 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.