Charge Nurse

Charge Nurse - Rehabilitation

Part-Time

Shift: Nights

Schedule:

12 hr shifts, rotating weekends

Location:

Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute - Madison, NJ

Pay: $50/hr

Charge Nurse Position Summary

The Charge Nurse provides leadership, clinical guidance, and oversight of nursing operations during assigned shifts. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, safe, and compliant patient care by coordinating staff assignments, supporting workflow, mentoring nursing staff, and promoting excellence in clinical practice. The Charge Nurse serves as the primary resource for staff collaboration, problem-solving, and escalation of clinical or operational concerns.

Essential Functions

* Leads and supports nursing staff to ensure effective delivery of patient-centered, evidence-based care

* Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities and promotes a culture of teamwork and accountability

* Oversees daily staffing assignments based on patient acuity, census, and skill mix

* Serves as a clinical mentor, providing real-time coaching, support, and guidance

* Ensures timely and accurate documentation consistent with regulatory and hospital standards

* Acts as a liaison between nurses, physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members

* Responds to changes in patient condition and assists with higher-acuity interventions when needed

* Participates in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety efforts, and hospital compliance activities

* Supports new nurse orientation and ongoing staff development

* Facilitates effective communication across shifts, including handoff processes and incident reporting

Additional Information

* Experience in clinical leadership, precepting, or teaching is strongly preferred

* Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and quality metrics

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education

Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program; BSN preferred

Experience

Minimum of two years in a rehabilitative or acute care setting with demonstrated leadership ability (Charge Nurse or Preceptor experience preferred)

License

Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Certifications

* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required

* Child and Adult Abuse Certification required (if applicable by state)

* CRRN preferred

Your Experience Matters

Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute, part of Lifepoint Rehabilitation and jointly operated with Atlantic Health System, is committed to supporting your professional well-being so you can provide exceptional patient care. As a Charge Nurse, you embrace a leadership role that directly strengthens our mission of making communities healthier. Your clinical expertise, decision-making skills, and steady leadership will have a meaningful impact on the patients and staff you support.

More About Our Hospital

Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute is a 38-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital specializing in individualized, patient-centered therapy and medical care. We support recovery from:

* Stroke and neurological conditions

* Brain and spinal cord injury

* Orthopedic trauma and post-operative rehabilitation

* Medically complex or chronic conditions impacting functional independence

Our modern hospital features fully equipped therapy gyms, transitional living areas, outdoor therapeutic spaces, and advanced rehabilitation technology designed to enhance mobility, strength, and independence.

How You'll Contribute as a Charge Nurse

A Charge Nurse in this role will:

* Lead and coordinate the nursing team throughout the shift

* Complete and oversee comprehensive patient assessments and care priorities

* Support nursing interventions aligned with individualized rehabilitation goals

* Provide safe, evidence-based care tailored to each patient's age and condition

* Assist with staffing decisions, real-time problem solving, and resource allocation

* Support patient and family education, discharge planning, and clinical communication

* Accurately document patient progress and ensure compliance with clinical standards

* Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, case managers, and interdisciplinary partners

* Promote a respectful, supportive, and team-focused environment

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