RN

Morada Temple•Temple, TX

About The Position

The Charge Nurse is a registered nurse responsible for the overall nursing care and services provided during the assigned shift, including accurate and timely administration of medications and treatments, documentation, and response to emergency calls. The role supervises direct care provided by nursing assistants and other personnel on the shift, while also providing hands-on care as needed. The Charge Nurse supports resident safety, dignity, independence, and wellness; coordinates care with physicians, families, and other disciplines; contributes to care planning; and assists with staff orientation and evaluation. The position is based in a long-term care setting and involves frequent physical activity and attention to detail amid interruptions.

Requirements

Current RN license in the State of Texas.
Must be able to stand and walk for up to 70% of the workday.
Must be able to lift, transfer, turn, and position residents weighing up to 125 pounds without assistance, or with one person’s assistance for residents weighing over 125 pounds.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to work with close attention to detail despite frequent interruptions.
The work may involve exposure to offensive odors, combative behavior, and communicable diseases, including HIV and HBV.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of nursing experience in a long-term care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise direct care of residents and CNA personnel during the assigned shift.
Provide direct resident care as necessary.
Give and receive shift reports.
Round twice per shift to ensure appropriate care is delivered in a safe and clean environment.
Keep physicians and families informed of changes in residents’ conditions.
Assist in developing comprehensive care plans.
Maintain residents’ self-respect, personal dignity, and physical safety.
Maintain accurate documentation of all care provided.
Respond to the resident emergency call system.
Coordinate with other disciplines to support continuity of care and services.
Accompany physicians during rounds.
Encourage restorative care to promote residents’ maximum independence.
Participate in family and resident counseling as needed.
Assist with the orientation and evaluation of nursing personnel.
Attend assigned in-service training and education sessions.
Ensure equipment functions properly and supplies are adequate.
Perform other specific duties and responsibilities as assigned by a supervisor.
Promote a healthy community culture and support residents’ and employees’ emotional, environmental, health services, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and vocational wellness.