RN, Charge Nurse

Join Our Team at Home of the Innocents

Are you a dedicated RN ready to make a difference? We're hiring RNs, 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!

A Day in the Life

Our Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center is a skilled nursing facility providing short-term, long-term, and respite care to pediatric residents and young adults with complex medical, developmental, and physical needs. These include congenital abnormalities, traumatic injuries, developmental disabilities, self-harming behaviors, seizures, and complex respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.

RN, Charge Nurses coordinate and oversee the daily care provided by licensed nurses and nursing assistants. In this role, you will ensure that care is safe, compassionate, and aligned with clinical best practices.

Shifts Available (Self-Scheduling Available):

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM 7:00 PM (30 or 36 hours/week)

• Night Shift: 7:00 PM 7:00 AM (30 or 36 hours/week)

How This Position Contributes to Our Mission

• Supervise nursing services and team members, ensuring quality and compliance

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate care

• Maintain clear, accurate documentation and meet all regulatory standards

• Provide leadership in the absence of administrative staff

• Assist in staffing, scheduling, and training as needed

• Step in to provide direct patient care when necessary

RN, Charge Nurse Skills & Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered KY RN license

• CPR/BLS certification (required)

• Charge Nurse experience preferred, but not required

• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to lead with compassion and professionalism

Why You'll Love It Here

• Comprehensive Healthcare & Benefits Package

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Generous Leave Time

• Tuition Reimbursement & Training Opportunities

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility

• A mission-driven, supportive team environment

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!