Charge Nurse - LVN or RN

Mineral Wells Nursing & Rehabilitation•Mineral Wells, TX

About The Position

The Charge Nurse (LVN or RN) leads quality care and supports resident well-being. The role requires trustworthiness, consistent attendance, effective multitasking, and a professional, cooperative demeanor when working with others to provide resident care. The Charge Nurse guides Nurse Aides, administers medications, implements care plans and treatments, transcribes physician orders, documents care and assessments, and helps maintain communication and continuity across shifts. The position also includes educating support staff, maintaining safety standards, and arranging replacement staff when staffing shortages arise.

Requirements

Be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in good standing.
Demonstrate excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
Have strong communication skills and the ability to organize workflows effectively.
Respond efficiently to emergencies and pay attention to detail.
Be trustworthy, consistent in attendance, able to multitask, and professional and cooperative when collaborating with others.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to Nurse Aides to ensure appropriate resident care.
Safely administer resident medications as prescribed.
Implement resident care plans in accordance with company policies, federal guidelines, and physician orders.
Deliver treatments as required to support resident health and comfort.
Accurately and promptly transcribe physician orders.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in resident charts and complete required nursing assessments.
Participate in shift reports to support seamless communication and continuity of care.
Implement nursing policies and procedures and educate staff about residents’ care needs.
Promote a safe working environment by following infection control and body mechanics procedures.
Respond to staffing shortages by arranging replacement staff as necessary.