RN Charge Nurse

Calhoun County Medical Care Facility • Battle Creek, MI

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About The Position

The RN Charge Nurse plays a leadership role within the healthcare team at Calhoun County Medical Care Facility (CCMCF), ensuring high-quality resident care. The position oversees nursing staff, coordinates care activities, and serves as a liaison between nursing personnel, physicians, and other healthcare professionals. The Charge Nurse ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies while fostering a safe, supportive environment for residents and staff. The role also involves managing resources and addressing clinical or operational issues to support continuity of care and positive resident outcomes.

The facility provides long-term medical care, short-term rehabilitation, and adult day care services. Scheduling is described as flexible and open to discussion based on availability. Benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Requirements

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong knowledge of nursing principles, patient care standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use electronic health records and documentation systems.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in nursing or another medical field; not required.
• Demonstrated leadership or charge nurse experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment to assigned residents.
• Supervise and coordinate nursing activities to support patient care and staff performance.
• Monitor patient conditions and intervene when conditions change or emergencies occur.
• Provide guidance and support to nursing staff in clinical decision-making.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct shift reports and facilitate communication during handoffs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education programs.
• Maintain accurate resident medical records using an electronic medical record.

Benefits

• Accrue paid time off based on years of service.
• Rollover unused vacation time annually.
• Up to a 5% match on a 457(b) plan.
• Longevity bonuses.
• Annual pay increases and additional years-of-service increases.
• Free life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees working at least 30 hours per week.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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