Charge Nurse (RN) Part Time - Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health • Austin, TX

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Charge Nurse leads and supports nursing staff in delivering high-quality, safe, and compliant patient care at Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital. The role includes clinical mentorship, documentation oversight, coordination of staff assignments based on patient needs, and participation in quality improvement efforts. The nurse supports patient and family education and works with the team to provide optimal medical attention and support.

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital is a 50-bed hospital in Austin, Texas, and part of Lifepoint Health. The position is part-time, working 12-hour day shifts from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma program.
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• CPR/BCLS certification.
• Child and Adult Abuse Certification.
• At least two years of experience in a rehabilitation or acute care setting, with demonstrated leadership ability.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and commitment to nursing excellence.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification.
• CRRN certification.
• Experience in clinical teaching and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine audits to ensure accurate and timely documentation in Cerner and UDS for compliance.
• Identify and address nursing staff educational needs based on clinical practice and feedback.
• Educate and monitor staff on proper quality improvement documentation to accurately reflect 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 and orientation training for newly hired licensed nurses.
• Conduct remediation sessions for nurses with documentation deficiencies.
• Participate in Continuous Quality and Performance Improvement (CQPI) efforts.
• Ensure the nursing team delivers care that maximizes patient safety and meets care standards.
• Assist with nursing staff assignments based on patient acuity and staff competency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at $10 per pay period and benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree