Charge Nurse (RN)
About the Role
Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Charge Nurse (RN) to provide frontline clinical leadership and exceptional resident care within our skilled nursing community. In this role, you'll oversee nursing services during assigned shifts, supervise caregiving teams, and ensure residents' needs are met with professionalism, compassion, and compliance with state, federal, and Americare standards. You'll serve as a key clinical resource, supporting care delivery and fostering a safe, respectful environment.
Summary
The Charge Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing clinical oversight and supervision of nursing care during assigned shifts to ensure quality outcomes and regulatory compliance. This role guides nursing staff, administers medications and treatments, completes resident assessments, and serves as a central communicator between residents, families, providers, and leadership.
This Role May Also Be Known As: Charge Nurse (RN), RN Supervisor, Floor Nurse (RN), Shift Supervisor (RN), or Registered Nurse – Charge Role.
What You'll Do
- Oversee nursing services, administration, and clinical supervision during assigned shifts
- Ensure compliance with nursing care standards, policies, and procedures
- Supervise and guide nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and CMAs
- Complete and update resident assessments, care plans, and clinical documentation
- Communicate changes in resident condition to families, physicians, and nursing leadership
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols
- Conduct routine rounds to ensure resident needs are being met
- Address, document, and report incidents, accidents, and concerns, including suspected abuse or neglect
- Ensure appropriate supplies, equipment, and medications are available and communicated to leadership
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality care and resident safety
- Uphold Americare's mission, vision, values, and company policies
What You Bring
- Licensure / Certification: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Experience & Skills: Strong clinical judgment and leadership skills; familiarity with state and federal nursing regulations; experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or senior living preferred
- Commitment: Passion for resident-centered care and team collaboration; alignment with Americare's Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality®, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values
Physical Demands
- Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
- Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Award winning community
- Great resident/nurse ratio
- Advance your clinical career in senior living
- Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care
- Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
- Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles
- Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive compensation + bonus opportunities (role dependent)
- Daily pay access
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Free meals during shifts
- Recognition programs and career advancement pathways
Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.
Pay & Schedule
- Location: Chanute, KS
- Shifts Available: Nights
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Pay: Starting at $35–$37/hour