LPN CHARGE NURSE 7 AM to 7 PM

APS Hire•Shreveport, LA

11h

About The Position

Village Health Care is seeking a compassionate, dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Charge Nurse for the 7:00 AM–7:00 PM shift. The role provides direct nursing care in a warm, home-like environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect, and individuality. The nurse monitors residents’ health, identifies changes in condition, and responds appropriately while providing clinical leadership, guidance, supervision, and support to nursing staff. The position promotes resident-directed care, communicates with residents, families, physicians, and team members, mentors staff, and ensures nursing practices comply with state regulations, facility policies, and standards of care. The nurse performs functions within household settings to provide effective daily care and services in accordance with each resident’s assessment, choices, and plan of care. The role requires the ability to work independently and with the care team, and to develop individualized care approaches as indicated.

Requirements

Current, active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Louisiana, maintained in accordance with State Board of Nursing renewal standards.
At least 1 year of nursing experience; long-term care experience preferred.
CPR certification.
IV certification.
Commitment to person-directed care.
Strong clinical and assessment skills.
Leadership and team-building abilities.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Compassionate, resident-focused approach to nursing.
Dependability, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
Excellent computer skills and ability to use EHR, MS Outlook, and phone/fax.
Proficiency in medical terminology.
Ability to work successfully both independently and with the care team in household settings.

Nice To Haves

Long-term care nursing experience.
Specialized training or experience in dementia care and geriatric nursing.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care and monitor residents’ health conditions.
Recognize changes in residents’ conditions and respond appropriately.
Provide clinical leadership, guidance, supervision, and support to nursing staff.
Promote resident-centered care that respects individual preferences, choices, dignity, and care plans.
Communicate with residents, families, physicians, and team members about resident needs and changes in condition.
Coach and support nursing staff, encourage professional growth, and foster a positive, accountable team environment.
Ensure nursing practices comply with state regulations, facility policies, and established standards of care.
Perform nursing functions in household settings to provide effective daily care and services in accordance with residents’ assessments, choices, and plans of care.
Work independently and collaboratively with the care team to develop individualized care as indicated.