Charge Nurse - LVN or RN

Crane Nursing & Rehab•Crane, TX

About The Position

The Charge Nurse (LVN or RN) provides and coordinates resident care in a dynamic care environment. The nurse guides Nurse Aides, administers medications and treatments, implements resident care plans in accordance with company policies, federal guidelines, and physician orders, and maintains accurate clinical documentation. The role also supports care continuity through shift reports, staff education, infection-control and workplace safety practices, and arranging replacement staff when staffing shortages arise. The position calls for a trustworthy and dependable professional with consistent attendance, strong multitasking ability, and a cooperative demeanor. Candidates must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in good standing and demonstrate technical, assessment, documentation, communication, workflow organization, emergency response, and attention-to-detail skills.

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 close attention to detail.
Be trustworthy and reliable, with consistent attendance, the ability to multitask, and a professional, cooperative demeanor.

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.
Perform 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.