Charge Nurse (RN)
About The Position
As a Charge RN, you’ll take on a key role, helping to guide a well-supported clinical team in our beautiful, neighborhood-style community —where exceptional care thrives in a collaborative and uplifting environment that truly feels like home. We’re proud of our strong team culture, excellent resident-to-nurse ratios, and a workplace that actively fosters growth and professional development. Be part of a great community with strong teamwork, an excellent nurse-to-resident ratio, and real opportunities to grow your career. Americare communities are more than just workplaces—they are family, where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture. We’ve been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report. Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Charge Nurse (RN) to provide frontline clinical leadership and exceptional resident care within our skilled nursing community. In this role, you’ll oversee nursing services during assigned shifts, supervise caregiving teams, and ensure residents’ needs are met with professionalism, compassion, and compliance with state, federal, and Americare standards. You’ll serve as a key clinical resource, supporting care delivery and fostering a safe, respectful environment. The Charge Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing clinical oversight and supervision of nursing care during assigned shifts to ensure quality outcomes and regulatory compliance. This role guides nursing staff, administers medications and treatments, completes resident assessments, and serves as a central communicator between residents, families, providers, and leadership. This role may also be known as: Charge Nurse (RN), RN Supervisor, Floor Nurse (RN), Shift Supervisor (RN), or Registered Nurse – Charge Role.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Strong clinical judgment and leadership skills
- Familiarity with state and federal nursing regulations
- Commitment 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
Nice To Haves
- Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or senior living preferred
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
- Communicate changes in resident condition to families, physicians, and nursing leadership
- Administer medications and treatments per 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 communicated to leadership
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality care and resident safety
- Uphold Americare’s mission, vision, values, and company policies
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Daily Access to Wages
- Complimentary Meals
- Tuition Assistance
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability
- 401(k) Plan with company contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
