RN - Charge Nurse

Mennonite Village•Albany, OR

About The Position

Mennonite Village is seeking a compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse to lead nursing staff and deliver resident-centered care in a skilled nursing setting. The RN Charge Nurse supports seniors with dignity, promotes wellness, mentors nursing staff, and contributes to clinical excellence and quality care in a collaborative environment. This is a full-time position with 12-hour shifts. The role includes directing and supporting CNAs and CMAs, providing and coordinating resident care, maintaining accurate clinical records, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

Requirements

Current, valid, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Oregon.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current CPR Certification.
Ability to meet all required training and continuing education requirements.
Ability to accurately document resident care and maintain medical records.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team.
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Compassion, patience, and professionalism when serving residents and families.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop nursing staff.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strong teamwork and collaborative leadership style.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Lift up to 10 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally, with or without assistance.
Visual and auditory acuity, and dexterity of hands and fingers, within normal limits.
Ability to safely move throughout the workday, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to push and pull wheelchairs, beds, and equipment.
Ability to safely assist with resident transfers and mobility needs.
Ability to safely use resident care and lifting equipment as required.
May be subject to odors and exposure to infectious materials, bodily fluids, and medical waste.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
Previous experience supervising or directing nursing support staff.
Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing skilled nursing facilities.
Experience with wound care, restorative nursing, and resident care planning.
Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings.
Positive attitude and proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Direct and support CNAs and CMAs to ensure high-quality resident care.
Respond to resident needs, monitor call light response times, and perform routine resident rounds.
Administer medications, treatments, and wound care as ordered by physicians.
Observe, document, and communicate changes in resident condition to healthcare providers and family members as appropriate.
Coordinate resident admissions, discharges, transfers, appointments, and follow-up care.
Maintain accurate documentation, medical records, and physician orders.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to meet residents' physical, emotional, and social needs.
Ensure adequate nursing supplies, equipment, and medication inventory are maintained.
Assist in evacuating residents during emergencies and support resident transfers and mobility needs.