Charge Nurse (RN or LPN)

Apple Rehab • Glastonbury, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Apple Rehab Colchester is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN or LPN) to provide and oversee nursing services for assigned residents at its 60-bed facility. The role involves planning and delivering professional care in accordance with quality standards, facility policies, legal requirements, medical practices, and physician instructions. The nurse documents resident care, administers prescribed medications, and maintains accurate records. The position requires professional communication with residents, physicians, families, peers, and support staff.

Available shifts listed are 24 hours from 3 PM to 11 PM and 24 hours from 11 PM to 7 AM, as well as per diem/as-needed work. RN positions require participation in a weekend on-call rotation. Per diem staff are expected to work two weekend shifts monthly. Evening and overnight shifts receive a $1.50-per-hour differential, Saturday and Sunday hours receive a $5.00-per-hour weekend differential, and approved extra shifts outside the regular schedule may qualify for an incentive. The posting lists an hourly rate of $50.00, while noting that qualified LPN applicants are compensated according to applicable LPN wage scales. Benefits and requirements may vary by employment status and hours worked.

Requirements

• Valid state RN nursing license in good standing, or be in the process of becoming a registered nurse; qualified LPN applicants will also be considered.
• In-depth knowledge of nursing practices, medical procedures, and long-term care regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Collaborative team player.
• RN positions require a weekend on-call rotation.
• Per diem staff are expected to work two weekend shifts monthly.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in long-term care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and oversee nursing services for assigned residents.
• Plan and provide professional care consistent with resident needs and changing medical circumstances.
• Follow quality care standards, facility policies, legal requirements, medical practices, and physician instructions.
• Maintain professionalism when interacting with residents, physicians, families, peers, and support staff.
• Accurately and comprehensively document information related to resident care.
• Administer prescribed medications and oversee accurate record-keeping in accordance with facility policies.
• For RN positions, participate in a weekend on-call rotation to support staff and residents.
• Per diem staff are expected to fulfill two weekend shifts monthly.

Benefits

• Four weeks of paid time off for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Seven paid holidays for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Pet insurance for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Life insurance coverage for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees working 30 or more hours.
• 24/7 Call-A-Doc telehealth services for employees working 30 or more hours.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan for employees working 30 or more hours.
• Scholarships and career development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and professional growth support.
• Longevity recognition for dedicated service.
• Employee referral opportunities.
• Evening and overnight shift differential of $1.50 per hour.
• Weekend differential of $5.00 per hour for Saturday and Sunday hours worked.
• Extra shift incentive for picking up approved shifts outside the regular schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed