LPN Charge Nurse - PRN

Turenne & Associates • Montgomery, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The LPN Charge Nurse provides direct nursing care and support to residents in a skilled nursing facility under the supervision of registered nurses or nurse managers. The role includes administering medications, monitoring residents’ conditions, implementing care plans, and working with the healthcare team to support residents’ well-being and comfort.

The position involves working in facility areas such as nurses’ stations, resident rooms, drug rooms, and other long-term care settings. Work may involve frequent interruptions, emotionally challenging situations, exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous chemicals, and work beyond normal hours or on weekends and holidays when necessary. The employee may be called back during emergencies and is expected to participate in continuing education and community health matters as appropriate. All other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to identify changes in residents’ conditions.
• Proficiency in medication administration and knowledge of common medications and their effects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Compassionate and empathetic demeanor.
• Physical stamina and ability to perform tasks involving lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and healthcare technology.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, according to facility needs.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, families, personnel, visitors, government representatives, and the general public.
• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and to read, speak, and write English understandably.
• Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and to function independently with flexibility and personal integrity.
• Must meet the company’s general health requirements, including medical and physical examination if required for the position.
• Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift at least 50 pounds to a height of 5 feet and carry or move that weight at least 50 feet.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care, administer medications, monitor vital signs, and assist with prescribed treatments and procedures.
• Assess residents’ conditions, identify changes, and report them to appropriate healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of individualized care plans and collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Document resident care, medication administration, treatments, and changes in condition accurately and promptly, maintaining records in accordance with facility policies, regulations, and professional standards.
• Advocate for residents’ rights, dignity, preferences, and choices in care planning and delivery.
• Communicate with residents, families, and healthcare team members about residents’ conditions, treatment plans, and changing care needs.
• Administer oral, topical, and injectable medications as prescribed; monitor responses and adverse effects; maintain medication records; and assist with medication reconciliation.
• Perform basic wound care, including dressing changes and documentation of wound status, and follow infection control protocols.
• Respond to medical emergencies and crisis situations according to established protocols, including initiating CPR and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Educate residents and families about medical conditions, medications, self-care, disease management, lifestyle modifications, and preventive measures.
• Follow applicable nursing practice acts, facility policies, regulatory requirements, and infection control protocols; stay current on nursing best practices and professional standards.
• Communicate with designated facility staff, nursing personnel, residents, and family members.
• Participate in continuing educational programs and community or civic health matters as appropriate.
• Work beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays when necessary, and respond to call-back during emergency conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed