RN LPN Charge Nurse
- LPN / LVN license
How this pay compares
This posting states $30–$45 an hour. Open charge nurse jobs in North Carolina post a median of $37 an hour, the middle half $36.31–$37.88, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Charge nurses employed in North Carolina earn a median of $40.56 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
RN / LPN Charge Nurse – Full-Time
Location: Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation | Wilkesboro, NC
Now Hiring Charge Nurses – Multiple Shifts Available!
Current Openings
- 1 Full-Time Day Shift Position: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- 3 Full-Time Night Shift Positions: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Make a Difference as a Nurse Leader
At Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation , we are looking for dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team as Charge Nurses .
This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys providing hands-on care while also taking on a leadership role within a supportive skilled nursing environment. As a Charge Nurse, you will help guide the nursing team, support quality outcomes, and ensure residents receive the highest level of care.
If you are looking for a role where your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and compassion are valued, we would love to have you join our team.
Why Join Ridge Valley?
- Competitive pay
- NOW OFFERING DAILY PAY – Access your earned wages when you need them
- Full-time opportunities with consistent 12-hour shifts
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee appreciation and engagement activities
- Ongoing training and career growth opportunities
- Supportive leadership team dedicated to your success
What You'll Do
As a Charge Nurse, you will
- Provide direct nursing care while ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate, and personalized treatment
- Lead and support CNAs and nursing staff during your assigned shift
- Complete resident assessments and identify changes in condition
- Communicate effectively with physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Administer medications, treatments, and nursing interventions according to physician orders and facility policies
- Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Assign resident care duties based on staff abilities and resident needs
- Perform rounds to monitor resident care, safety, and overall satisfaction
- Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers
- Promote compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations
- Support quality improvement initiatives and infection prevention efforts
- Create a positive, respectful, and teamwork-focused environment
Qualifications
- Current, active North Carolina RN or LPN license
- Current CPR certification
- Minimum one year of nursing experience required
- Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred
- Previous charge nurse or leadership experience preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Ability to lead and support a nursing team in a fast-paced environment
Grow Your Nursing Career with Ridge Valley
At Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation , our nurses are the foundation of the care we provide. We are committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to make a difference.
Join a team where your leadership matters and your dedication is appreciated.
Apply today and take the next step in your nursing career with Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation!
From Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is a 120 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Wilkesboro, NC, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Ridge Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Based in Wilkesboro, NCHires in North CarolinaPay on its listings: 77.8% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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