LPN Charge Nurse 3-11
About The Position
Elmora Hills Healthcare & Rehabilitation is seeking a 3–11 RN or LPN Charge Nurse for its Nursing Services department. The Charge Nurse supervises and coordinates nursing care for residents in a nursing home and rehabilitation facility, ensuring high-quality, person-centered care, regulatory compliance, resident safety, and effective communication with residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team. The position reports to the Director of Nursing (DON) or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). The Charge Nurse assesses resident needs; administers medications and treatments; monitors and reports changes in condition; develops and updates care plans; and responds to medical emergencies. The role also supervises and supports nursing staff, coordinates shift assignments, maintains accurate records, participates in compliance and quality activities, communicates with families, and collaborates with rehabilitation professionals to support residents’ recovery.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current New Jersey RN or LPN license in good standing in the state of employment.
- Current CPR certification.
- Knowledge of nursing practices, long-term care regulations, and rehabilitation principles.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to assess resident needs and make sound clinical decisions.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move residents as required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to respond quickly during emergencies.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or geriatric nursing.
- Prior supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Assess residents’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility policies.
- Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report findings to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Respond to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Supervise and direct LPNs, CNAs, and other nursing personnel during assigned shifts.
- Delegate nursing tasks appropriately and ensure assigned duties are completed.
- Guide, mentor, and support nursing staff; monitor performance and report concerns to nursing leadership.
- Communicate resident conditions, care plans, and concerns to family members and responsible parties.
- Address resident and family complaints or concerns professionally and promptly.
- Promote resident rights, dignity, and quality of life.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic or paper medical records.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations, including CMS standards.
- Participate in audits, surveys, and quality assurance activities.
- Report incidents, accidents, and unusual occurrences according to facility policy.
- Collaborate with rehabilitation therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to promote recovery and functional improvement.
- Monitor residents in rehabilitation programs and encourage progress toward goals.
- Coordinate nursing assignments and staffing needs during assigned shifts.
- Participate in shift reports, care conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings.
- Assist with orientation and training of new nursing personnel.
- Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
