Charge Nurse - LPN or RN

Ohio Living•Swan Creek, NC

About The Position

The Charge Nurse supervises the day-to-day nursing activities of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in accordance with company standards and applicable federal, state, and local requirements, ensuring a high degree of quality care. The role directs nursing operations, coordinates continuity of resident care, administers medications and treatments, provides direct nursing care as needed, and works with physicians, families, residents, and interdisciplinary teams. The Charge Nurse supports quality assurance, compliance, medication and supply controls, and safe, sanitary care environments. The position also supervises, develops, and evaluates direct reports; supports staffing plans and training; and helps maintain a positive, accountable work environment. Weekend, evening, and holiday work may be required as needed, with 24/7 on-call availability for emergencies.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered Ohio license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related healthcare facility.
Supervisory experience in a long-term care, hospital, or other related healthcare setting.
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Direct day-to-day nursing activities and make work assignments for Nursing Assistants in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Coordinate nursing services to ensure continuity of resident care.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
Represent the nursing department at Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings and answer questions about care plans and service delivery.
Participate in committee meetings.
Meet regularly with Nursing Assistants to identify and address problem areas and improve care and services.
Provide direct nursing care as needed.
Consult with residents’ physicians regarding care, treatment, and rehabilitation as needed.
Notify residents’ physicians and families when a resident’s condition changes.
Authorize and monitor use of restraints in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Admit, transfer, and discharge patients as necessary.
Work with the Unit Manager to help reduce hospital readmissions.
Attend employee and departmental meetings and scheduled or directed in-service training.
Ensure nursing procedures are followed and reflect the facility’s day-to-day care practices.
Participate in maintaining and implementing the facility’s quality assurance program.
Ensure nursing staff follow procedures for administration, storage, and control of medications and supplies.
Ensure resident rooms, treatment areas, work areas, and equipment are clean, sanitary, and safe.
Supervise CNAs and foster a positive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees.
Interview, select, and orient new direct reports.
Establish and promote performance expectations and evaluate direct reports in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Provide developmental guidance to staff to support improved performance and growth.
Monitor employee accountability with organization requirements and work with Human Resources when further documentation or intervention is needed.
Participate in developing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and monitoring staff in-service training, on-the-job training, and orientation programs.
Ensure reasonable staffing coverage plans for absences and vacant direct-report positions.
Respond promptly and thoughtfully to departmental staff questions, requests, and work submitted for review and approval.
Perform other duties as assigned.