Charge Nurse (LPN)
About The Position
Americare Senior Living is seeking a Charge Nurse (LPN) for its skilled nursing community in Paola, Kansas. The Charge Nurse provides clinical oversight and frontline leadership during assigned shifts, supervises nursing staff, and helps ensure residents receive professional, compassionate care in compliance with applicable regulations, facility protocols, and Americare standards. The role also serves as a clinical resource and a central communicator among residents, families, providers, and leadership. The position includes guiding nursing staff, administering medications and treatments, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, and helping foster a safe and respectful environment. The posting lists weekday evening shifts and full-time employment. Pay starts at $28 per hour.
Requirements
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Familiarity with state and federal nursing regulations.
- Strong communication, leadership, and clinical judgment skills.
- Commitment to 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 for 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 residents’ conditions to families, physicians, and nursing leadership.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Conduct routine rounds to ensure residents’ 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
- $25 per shift commuter incentive for employees commuting 40 or more miles.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Competitive paid time off plan.
- Daily access to wages.
- Complimentary meals while working.
- Tuition assistance.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
- 401(k) plan with company contributions.
- Recognition and appreciation.
- Career growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
