Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse

LifePoint Health; Apex (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Peak Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks an RN – Charge Nurse to lead daily clinical operations and coordinate patient flow in a 52-bed inpatient rehab setting serving the Raleigh/Durham and Apex communities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in rehab or acute care, NC or Compact RN licensure, CPR/BLS, and preferred BSN/CRRN credentials. This role offers leadership responsibilities and opportunities to enhance care quality within a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting
• CRRN certification preferred
• CPR/BLS certification required
• North Carolina or Compact State RN license
• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily clinical operations and ensures continuity of care across departments
• Serves as the primary clinical resource for staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams
• Provides leadership, guidance, and support to nursing staff during assigned shifts
• Assesses unit needs and prioritizes staffing assignments and patient care activities
• Coordinates admissions, patient flow, and room placement
• Ensures delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care
• Monitors patient care activities to reduce risk and prevent errors
• Provides direct patient care as needed based on unit demands
• Ensures accurate, timely, and compliant documentation
• Oversees completion and accuracy of Interdisciplinary Care Plans

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical judgment

Education

ADN (Associates Degree in Nursing)

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Your experience matters

Peak Rehabilitation Hospital 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 Registered Nurse (RN) – Charge Nurse joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your leadership, clinical expertise, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Peak Rehabilitation Hospital is a 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital serving the Raleigh/Durham and Apex communities. Operated in partnership with Lifepoint Health, Duke Health, and WakeMed, our interdisciplinary team is dedicated to helping patients recover, regain independence, and improve their quality of life in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

How you’ll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) – Charge Nurse who excels in this role:

• Oversees daily clinical operations and ensures continuity of care across departments


• Serves as the primary clinical resource for staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams


• Provides leadership, guidance, and support to nursing staff during assigned shifts


• Assesses unit needs and prioritizes staffing assignments and patient care activities


• Coordinates admissions, patient flow, and room placement


• Ensures delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care


• Monitors patient care activities to reduce risk and prevent errors


• Provides direct patient care as needed based on unit demands


• Ensures accurate, timely, and compliant documentation


• Oversees completion and accuracy of Interdisciplinary Care Plans


• Supports Quality Indicator (QI) processes and performance improvement initiatives


• Promotes adherence to hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices


• Supports staff development, education, and a positive work environment


• Assists with staffing, scheduling, productivity, and operational workflows

What we’re looking for

Applicants should have a current North Carolina or Compact State RN license and possess an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include CPR/BLS certification required:

• CPR/BLS certification required


• CRRN certification preferred


• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred


• Minimum of two years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting required


• Previous leadership or charge nurse experience preferred


• Strong leadership, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills


• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Schedule:

FT Nights 7p – 7a and rotating weekends/on-call/holidays

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• 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: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including virtual care and discount programs


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

“Peak Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Peak 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.