LPN Charge Nurse

Ohio Living•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Charge Nurse - LPN supervises the day-to-day nursing activities of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in accordance with company standards and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, with the goal of maintaining the highest degree of quality care. The role provides and coordinates resident care, administers medications and treatments, supports care planning and facility operations, and contributes to quality assurance and regulatory compliance. The Charge Nurse supervises, develops, and evaluates direct reports; supports hiring, orientation, staff training, and staffing coverage; and promotes a positive work environment. The position also responds to changes in residents’ conditions and works with physicians, families, nursing staff, and the Unit Manager as needed. Work may involve evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, occasional travel, and 24/7 on-call availability for emergencies.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ohio.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related healthcare facility.
Supervisory experience in a long-term care, hospital, or other related healthcare setting.
Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Direct day-to-day nursing activities in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines, including assigning work to Nursing Assistants.
Help coordinate nursing services to ensure continuity of resident care.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
Represent the nursing department at Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings and answer questions about care plans and service delivery.
Participate in committee meetings.
Meet with Nursing Assistants regularly to identify and address problem areas and improve care and services.
Provide direct nursing care as needed.
Consult with residents’ physicians about care, treatment, and rehabilitation as needed.
Notify residents’ physicians and families of changes in residents’ conditions.
Authorize and monitor restraint use when necessary and in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Admit, transfer, and discharge patients as necessary.
Work with the Unit Manager to help reduce hospital readmissions.
Attend employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or directed.
Ensure nursing procedures are followed and reflect the facility’s day-to-day care procedures.
Participate in maintaining and implementing the facility’s quality assurance program.
Ensure nursing staff follow procedures for administering, storing, and controlling medications and supplies.
Ensure resident rooms, treatment areas, work areas, and equipment are clean, sanitary, and safe.
Supervise CNAs and foster a positive work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates employees.
Interview, select, and orient new direct reports.
Set and promote performance expectations and evaluate direct reports in accordance with company policy and procedures, providing developmental guidance.
Monitor employee accountability with organization requirements and work with Human Resources when further documentation or intervention is needed.
Participate in developing, planning, scheduling, conducting, and monitoring staff in-service training, on-the-job training, and orientation programs.
Ensure reasonable staffing coverage when a direct report is absent or a position is vacant.
Respond promptly and thoughtfully to departmental staff questions, requests, and work submitted for review and approval.
Perform other duties as assigned.