Charge Nurse (RN) Rehabilitation

Memorial Physician Practices; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and critical illness insurance

Tuition assistance and 401(k) with company match

Free gym membership and wellness programs

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Temple, Texas, is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN) for full-time night shifts. The role involves supporting nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care, conducting audits for documentation, and providing clinical mentorship.

The ideal candidate should have a BSN and at least two years of experience in a rehabilitative or acute care setting. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, and ongoing career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered nurse program; BSN preferred.
• Minimum two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting.
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• BCLS required; CRRN preferred for added certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support nursing staff in delivering patient care.
• Conduct routine audits for documentation compliance.
• Educate nursing staff on proper documentation practices.
• Participate in Continuous Quality and Performance Improvement processes.

Skills

Clinical mentorship

Documentation oversight

Educational needs assessment

Quality Improvement documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Registered Nurse Program

Tools

Cerner

Job description

TEMPLE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL, TEMPLE, TEXAS

JOB TYPE: Charge Nurse (RN) – FT Night Shift 7p – 7a, 3 nights per week, every other weekend rotation, must work minimally 1 major and 1 minor holiday. BSN & charge nurse experience required.

The Charge Nurse leads and supports nursing staff in delivering high‑quality, safe, and compliant patient care. Responsibilities include 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.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered nurse program; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting, with demonstrated leadership ability.
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required; Child and Adult Abuse Certification required; CRRN preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage at multiple levels.
• Life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical and financial wellness programs including free gym membership, virtual care appointments and mental health services.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEO Statement

Temple Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Temple 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.