Registered Nurse; RN Charge Nurse; MS

Position Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse – Night shift (3x12, 7p-7a). Full-time position at Meadowview Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health. The role coordinates total nursing care in the Med/Surg unit for acutely ill adult patients.

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing levels and assignments based on availability, abilities, census, acuity, and workflow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed and may take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem solving.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies issues affecting outcomes.
• Responds to patient care complaints and manages them through established channels.
• Performs role specific duties including entering orders, performing admissions/discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff have necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality care.
• Integrates evidence based practices into operations and protocols.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provides quality patient care; works flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Current Kentucky or compact state RN license.
• Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within one month of hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within six months of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within six months of hire.

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection and PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Well-being programs: free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.