Charge RN - Neuro Science (Nights) | $20k Bonus

Lifepoint Health; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Life Insurance

Tuition assistance & 401(k)

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Charge Registered Nurse (RN) for Neuro Science. This full-time night shift role on a 20-bed unit requires leadership and dedication to patient care.

You will assess patients, guide nursing interventions, and ensure thorough documentation while contributing to the interdisciplinary care plan. Licensure, BLS, ACLS/PALS/NIHSS within timelines, and 2–4 years of Neuro/Ortho RN experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina RN license (single-state) or compact required.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS are required within six months of hire.
• 2-4 years of Neuro/Ortho RN experience required.
• Charge Nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs.
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient.
• Performs timely and accurate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record.
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient.
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments.

Skills

Active NC RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NIHSS

Neuro/Ortho RN experience

Charge Nurse experience

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, NC, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Charge Registered Nurse (RN) for Neuro Science. This full-time night shift role on a 20-bed unit requires leadership and dedication to patient care.

You will assess patients, guide nursing interventions, and ensure thorough documentation while contributing to the interdisciplinary care plan. Licensure, BLS, ACLS/PALS/NIHSS within timelines, and 2–4 years of Neuro/Ortho RN experience are preferred.