RN, Staff Nurse - Nights

1100 E Market St, Louisville, KY 40206, USA

Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM

RN, Staff Nurse – Make a Difference Every Day

We’re looking for dedicated, compassionate RN, Staff Nurses to join our team at Home of the Innocents! If you have a heart for helping others, especially children, enjoy a supportive work environment, and are ready to take on a rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

As an RN, Staff Nurse at Home of the Innocents, you’ll provide high-quality medical care to children and young adults with diverse needs in a supportive, trauma-informed environment. You’ll play a vital role in assessing, planning, and implementing individualized care plans, while maintaining a safe and therapeutic atmosphere that nurtures the well‑being of every resident.

Self-Scheduling – Create your own schedule for better work/life balance

Night Shifts
: 7 PM – 7 AM

Full-Time available: 30 or 36 hours per week

Deliver compassionate nursing care to children with complex medical needs, ensuring their health, safety, and comfort.

Lead care planning by assessing, planning, and evaluating individualized treatment approaches.

Provide tracheostomy and ventilator care, with training available for those new to this area.

Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Foster a nurturing, trauma-informed environment that supports healing and emotional well‑being.

Educate residents and families on managing medical conditions to promote long‑term health outcomes.

Active, unencumbered RN license in the State of Kentucky

CPR/BLS certification required, will be provided, if necessary

Experience in pediatrics or long‑term care preferred but not required

Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Experience with or willingness to learn vents, trachs, and medically complex care

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for working with children and families

Commitment to trauma‑informed care and collaborative problem‑solving

Generous leave time (including paid holidays, sick, and personal time)

401(k) with employer match

Ongoing training and certification opportunities

Who We Are

As we approach our 150th anniversary, Home of the Innocents stands as one of Louisville's longest‑serving non‑profit organizations. Our mission is to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we prioritize safety and recovery through trauma‑informed practices. Our leadership is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and values‑led workforce.

Home of the Innocents Impact

• Total service recipients in 2025: 3,976
• Campus size: 22 acres located near downtown Louisville
• Residential Treatment Program:
  Second largest in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
• 10 different programs serving children and families, providing services such as:
  • Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
  • Emergency shelter for children in crisis
  • Foster care and adoption support
  • Community‑based behavioral health programs
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC):
  Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help children thrive at Home of the Innocents!