Charge Nurse - LVN or RN

Mesa Vista Inn Health Center•San Antonio, TX

20h

About The Position

The Charge Nurse (LVN or RN) leads quality care and supports resident well-being. The role calls for a trustworthy, dependable, and cooperative professional who can multitask in a dynamic environment and work effectively with residents and staff. The Charge Nurse guides Nurse Aides, administers medications, implements care plans and treatments, transcribes physician orders, and maintains accurate resident documentation. The role also supports communication across shifts, educates support staff, promotes safety and infection control, and responds to staffing shortages by arranging replacement staff.

Requirements

Be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in good standing.
Demonstrate excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
Possess strong communication skills and the ability to organize workflows effectively.
Respond efficiently to emergencies and pay attention to detail.
Be trustworthy, consistent in attendance, able to multitask, and professional and cooperative.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance to Nurse Aides to ensure appropriate resident care.
Safely administer resident medications as prescribed.
Implement resident care plans in compliance with company policies, federal guidelines, and physician orders.
Deliver treatments as required to support resident health and comfort.
Accurately and promptly transcribe physician orders.
Maintain timely and accurate resident chart documentation and complete required nursing assessments.
Participate in shift reports to support 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.