Charge Nurse, LPN, PRN

NewCourtland • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves supervising and coordinating nursing care for residents during an assigned shift. The Charge Nurse will administer medications and treatments, provide direct resident care, and participate in care planning and assessments. Key aspects include communicating resident condition changes, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring staff.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead others while maintaining a resident-centered approach.
• COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment at NewCourtland. If not yet vaccinated, you will be required to do so prior to hire unless an approved exemption is granted.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 1 year of experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the nursing care for residents during your assigned shift.
• Assign duties to CNAs and monitor their performance.
• Administer medications, treatments, and provide direct resident care in accordance with physician orders.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, assessments, and evaluations.
• Communicate changes in residents’ conditions to the care team, families, and physicians.
• Ensure compliance with care standards, safety protocols, and documentation requirements.
• Participate in survey readiness, training programs, and policy implementation.
• Act as a mentor to staff, providing feedback and on-the-floor coaching when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree