RN, Charge Nurse
Home of the Innocents.com
Office
Louisville, KY, 40206, US
Full Time
Are you a dedicated RN ready to make a difference?
We’re hiring Charge Nurses to provide compassionate, high-quality care to children and young adults with complex medical needs.
Join our nonprofit team at Home of the Innocents, where trauma-informed care, inclusion, and community impact are at the heart of what we do.
If you're ready to use your skills to change lives, apply today!
RN, Charge Nurse
Department: Nursing
Location: Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center – Louisville, KY
Schedule: Day or Night Shift (Self-Scheduling Available)
Status: Full-Time 36 hours/week)
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Position Overview
The RN, Charge Nurse provides leadership and clinical oversight to ensure safe, high-quality care for residents of the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC). This skilled nursing facility provides short-term, long-term, and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical, developmental, and physical needs, including trachs, vents, seizures, and neurological disorders.
The Charge Nurse coordinates daily nursing operations, supports and mentors team members, and ensures that care delivery reflects Home of the Innocents’ mission of providing hope, health, and happiness to every child we serve.
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and support nurses and nursing assistants to ensure quality and compliance
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (RTs, therapists, physicians, social workers) to coordinate care
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
• Provide leadership and problem-solving in the absence of administrative staff
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and team training as needed
• Deliver hands-on nursing care when required to meet resident needs
Qualifications
• Current, unencumbered Kentucky RN license
• CPR/BLS certification (required)
• Charge nurse or leadership experience preferred
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 5 Weeks Paid Leave (Personal, Sick, and Holiday accrual)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development opportunities
• Mission-driven, trauma-informed environment that values collaboration and compassion
About Home of the Innocents
For more than 145 years, Home of the Innocents has enriched the lives of children and families through care, hope, and healing. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we are committed to safety, recovery, and trauma-informed care for all.
Who We Are
Home of the Innocents is a 145-year-old nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. 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 fostering a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven workforce.
Home of the Innocents Impact
• Total service recipients in 2024: 3,562
• Campus size: 22 acres near downtown Louisville
• Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
• 13 programs serving children and families, including:
• Residential and therapeutic treatment for youth with complex needs
• Foster care and adoption support
• Community-based behavioral health services
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentucky’s only facility for medically complex young adults and children, and one of only 12 in the nation.
If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and making a difference for children and families in our community, we invite you to APPLY TODAY!
We’re hiring Charge Nurses to provide compassionate, high-quality care to children and young adults with complex medical needs.
Join our nonprofit team at Home of the Innocents, where trauma-informed care, inclusion, and community impact are at the heart of what we do.
If you're ready to use your skills to change lives, apply today!
RN, Charge Nurse
Department: Nursing
Location: Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center – Louisville, KY
Schedule: Day or Night Shift (Self-Scheduling Available)
Status: Full-Time 36 hours/week)
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Position Overview
The RN, Charge Nurse provides leadership and clinical oversight to ensure safe, high-quality care for residents of the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC). This skilled nursing facility provides short-term, long-term, and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical, developmental, and physical needs, including trachs, vents, seizures, and neurological disorders.
The Charge Nurse coordinates daily nursing operations, supports and mentors team members, and ensures that care delivery reflects Home of the Innocents’ mission of providing hope, health, and happiness to every child we serve.
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and support nurses and nursing assistants to ensure quality and compliance
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (RTs, therapists, physicians, social workers) to coordinate care
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
• Provide leadership and problem-solving in the absence of administrative staff
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and team training as needed
• Deliver hands-on nursing care when required to meet resident needs
Qualifications
• Current, unencumbered Kentucky RN license
• CPR/BLS certification (required)
• Charge nurse or leadership experience preferred
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 5 Weeks Paid Leave (Personal, Sick, and Holiday accrual)
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development opportunities
• Mission-driven, trauma-informed environment that values collaboration and compassion
About Home of the Innocents
For more than 145 years, Home of the Innocents has enriched the lives of children and families through care, hope, and healing. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we are committed to safety, recovery, and trauma-informed care for all.
Who We Are
Home of the Innocents is a 145-year-old nonprofit dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. 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 fostering a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven workforce.
Home of the Innocents Impact
• Total service recipients in 2024: 3,562
• Campus size: 22 acres near downtown Louisville
• Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
• 13 programs serving children and families, including:
• Residential and therapeutic treatment for youth with complex needs
• Foster care and adoption support
• Community-based behavioral health services
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentucky’s only facility for medically complex young adults and children, and one of only 12 in the nation.
If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and making a difference for children and families in our community, we invite you to APPLY TODAY!