Charge Nurse (RN/LVN)

SLP Operations, LLC•Texas City, TX

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Charge Nurse provides nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with applicable nursing standards and regulatory requirements. The role also supervises Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in the delivery of direct resident care. The position is based in a long-term care facility and involves exposure to residents with varying levels of care needs. Work may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing and currently licensed by the state.
Ability to supervise other employees and work cooperatively to obtain resident care objectives.
Ability to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and collaborate with employees at all levels.
Ability to maintain consistent attendance and willingness to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.
Must comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.

Responsibilities

Review and maintain medical records and nursing notes, and assess residents’ physical and emotional status.
Monitor resident activity and provide nursing care in accordance with physician orders, care plans, nursing standards, and facility policies.
Coordinate and assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Accurately transcribe and carry out physician telephone orders.
Communicate with residents, family members, interdisciplinary team members, and management regarding resident status.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered and in compliance with nursing standards and facility policies.
Complete charting and documentation accurately and on time, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Understand, comply with, and promote resident rights.
Participate in developing, implementing, and revising individualized care plans.
Participate in in-service education, orientation programs, and job skills training to maintain professional competence.
Monitor the care environment and nursing practices for compliance with safety, fire, disaster preparedness, infection control, and departmental policies.
Supervise CNAs by assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing coaching or corrective feedback as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.