Charge Nurse (RN)

The Neighborhoods • Columbia, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide frontline clinical leadership and resident care in its skilled nursing community in Columbia, Missouri. The Charge Nurse oversees nursing services during assigned shifts, supervises caregiving teams, and ensures residents’ needs are met in accordance with state and federal regulations, facility protocols, and Americare standards. The position serves as a clinical resource and supports a safe, respectful environment.

The role provides clinical oversight and supervision of nursing care, guides nursing staff, administers medications and treatments, completes resident assessments, and communicates with residents, families, providers, and leadership. It may also be known as RN Supervisor, Floor Nurse (RN), Shift Supervisor (RN), or Registered Nurse – Charge Role.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Strong clinical judgment and leadership 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 pounds and assist with resident transfers as needed.
• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 pounds, 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.
• 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

• 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 insurance.
• Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Weekend shift differentials of $2 per hour.
• Years-of-service pay differentials: $1 for 5–10 years, $2 for 10–15 years, and $3 for 15 or more years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed