RN / LPN - Nurse

Miller's Health Systems • Portage, IN

7d

About The Position

Miller's Health Systems is hiring a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to work as a Charge Nurse. The Charge Nurse is responsible for nursing care of patients on their shift, follows each patient's Comprehensive Care Plan, and assists the Unit Manager with thorough and accurate documentation in patient records when needed. The role also supervises direct resident-care personnel on the shift.

The position calls for a licensed nurse who is passionate about serving others, professional in appearance and behavior, and able to work as part of a dedicated team. The nurse must have knowledge of nursing policies and procedures, medication administration and possible side effects, treatment administration, and laws and regulations related to resident care. The role also requires understanding residents' physical, psychological, social, and medical needs and the duties of employees under the Unit Manager's supervision.

The job involves Category I exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Applicants must complete the pre-employment process and screening and pass a physical examination required for employment at the facility. Applicant information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Requirements

• Currently licensed and registered to practice as a professional nurse in the State of Indiana.
• Successfully complete the pre-employment process and screening.
• Pass the physical examination required for employment at the facility.
• Maintain a professional manner and appearance.
• Know nursing policies and procedures.
• Know medication administration, possible side effects, treatment administration, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to resident care.
• Have comprehensive knowledge of nursing practices.
• Understand residents' physical, psychological, social, and medical needs.
• Understand the organizational structure and duties of employees under the Unit Manager's supervision.
• Demonstrate competence in supervision and leadership.
• Have a caring attitude and be observant.
• Foster and maintain good working relationships with other staff.
• Demonstrate good judgment and emotional stability.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients during the assigned shift.
• Follow the Comprehensive Care Plan for patients.
• Assist the Unit Manager with thorough and accurate documentation in patient records when needed.
• Supervise direct resident-care personnel on the shift.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with nursing practices and applicable regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed