Charge Nurse (LVN/RN) (PRN)

About the role

As a LVN/RN at Smoky Hill Health & Rehabilitation, you will play a critical role in delivering compassionate and high-quality nursing care to our patients. Your primary focus will be to support the healthcare team by providing direct patient care, monitoring patient health, and assisting with medical procedures under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians. You will ensure that patients' physical and emotional needs are met, contributing to their overall well-being and recovery. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Ultimately, your efforts will help maintain a safe, supportive, and healing environment for all residents and patients in our facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities.
• Observe and report changes in patients' conditions to the nursing supervisor or physician promptly.
• Assist with wound care, catheter care, and other medical procedures as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting care provided and patient responses.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-treatment care.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, safety protocols, and infection control standards.

Skills

• The required skills such as patient care, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring are essential for daily nursing tasks and ensuring patient safety.
• Effective communication skills enable you to interact clearly with patients, families, and healthcare team members, facilitating coordinated care.
• Attention to detail is critical when documenting patient information and observing changes in condition to prevent errors.