Charge Nurse (LPN)

Eureka Nursing Center Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing•Eureka, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a Charge Nurse (LPN) for Eureka Nursing Center Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Community in Eureka, Kansas. The Charge Nurse provides frontline clinical leadership and resident care in a skilled nursing community, overseeing nursing services during assigned shifts, supervising caregiving teams, and helping ensure residents receive professional, compassionate care that meets state, federal, and Americare standards. The role serves as a clinical resource and helps foster a safe, respectful environment. The position provides clinical oversight and supervision of nursing care during assigned shifts, with a focus on quality outcomes and regulatory compliance. The nurse guides staff, administers medications and treatments, maintains accurate documentation, and communicates with residents, families, providers, and leadership. The job may also be known as LPN Supervisor, Floor Nurse (LPN), Shift Supervisor (LPN), or Licensed Practical Nurse – Charge Role. This is a full-time position with day or night shifts available. Pay is $27–$33 per hour, based on experience and shift. The posting advertises a $2,500 sign-on bonus. Eligible RNs and LPNs may qualify for up to $40,000 in student loan repayment through CMS’s Nurses for Nursing Homes program, plus a cost-of-living-adjusted stipend with a $10,000 national baseline; CMS approval and eligibility requirements apply, including an average of at least 30 hours per week and a three-year service commitment.

Requirements

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Familiarity with state and federal nursing regulations.
Strong communication, leadership, and clinical judgment skills.
Passion for resident-centered care and team collaboration.
Alignment with Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or senior living.

Responsibilities

Oversee nursing services, administration, and clinical supervision during assigned shifts.
Ensure compliance with nursing care standards, policies, and procedures.
Supervise and guide nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and CMAs.
Complete and update resident assessments, care plans, and clinical documentation as needed.
Communicate changes in resident condition to families, physicians, and nursing leadership.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
Conduct routine rounds to ensure resident needs are being met.
Address, document, and report incidents, accidents, and concerns, including suspected abuse or neglect.
Ensure appropriate supplies, equipment, and medications are available and communicate needs to leadership.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality care and resident safety.
Uphold Americare’s mission, vision, values, and company policies.

Benefits

Up to $40,000 in student loan repayment and a cost-of-living-adjusted stipend through the CMS Nurses for Nursing Homes program for eligible RNs and LPNs; CMS approval and eligibility requirements apply.
$2,500 sign-on bonus.
Paid time off.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Daily access to wages.
Complimentary meals while working.
Tuition assistance.
Annual wage increases based on performance.
401(k) plan with company contributions.
Recognition and appreciation.
Flexible scheduling options.