Charge Nurse

Position Overview

(Offering up to a 10,000 Sign on Bonus)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate nursing operations during the assigned shift
• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with individualized care plans, physician orders, and facility standards
• Monitor resident conditions, assess changes in health status, and ensure timely clinical interventions
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic procedures within scope of practice
• Serve as a clinical resource by providing coaching, guidance, and real-time problem solving for nursing staff
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Communicate changes in resident condition promptly to physicians, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Aid with admissions, transfers, discharges, and continuity of resident care
• Respond promptly to emergencies, incidents, and changes in resident condition using sound clinical judgment
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and resident-centered work environment

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing in the State of Wyoming
• CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Previous experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or post-acute care preferred
• Previous Charge Nurse or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, infection prevention, nursing documentation, and long-term care standards
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Excellent clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, resident-centered care while supporting and developing nursing staff

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Care Cash Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• Limited leadership development and continuing education opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

About Us

Polaris Rehabilitation & Care Center proudly serves the Cheyenne, Wyoming community by providing exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and post-acute services. Our mission is centered on compassion, dignity, clinical excellence, and improving the quality of life for every resident we serve. We foster a workplace culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed—professionally and personally.