Charge Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) - Charge Nurse
Peak Rehabilitation Hospital - Apex, NC

Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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 state RN license and have graduated from an accredited nursing program. Additional requirements include:

• 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

3x12, Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), rotating weekends

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:

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• 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 

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact DK Lyons by emailing dk.lyons@lifepointhealth.net.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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.