RN / LPN - Weekend Option (Night Shift)
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 the nursing care of patients during their shift, follows each patient's Comprehensive Care Plan, and assists the Unit Manager with thorough and accurate patient-record documentation when needed. The role also supervises direct resident-care personnel on the shift. The position requires an Indiana nursing license and registration, clinical knowledge of nursing practices and resident care, and the ability to provide medication and treatment administration. Candidates should demonstrate leadership, sound judgment, a caring attitude, professionalism, and the ability to work well with staff and follow written and verbal instructions. The position involves Category I exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
Requirements
- Currently licensed and registered to practice as a professional nurse in Indiana (Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse).
- 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 and 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, a caring attitude, observance, sound judgment, and emotional stability.
- Foster and maintain good working relationships with other staff.
- Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Accept Category I exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients during the assigned shift.
- Follow patients' Comprehensive Care Plans.
- 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 policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations.
Benefits
- Employment with a 100% employee-owned company.
- Professional growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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