Charge Nurse Weekends

About the role

As a Charge Nurse, you will play a vital role in the daily operations of our facility, overseeing the care and well-being of our residents while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines. The Charge Nurse is responsible for directing the daily activities of certified nursing assistants (CNAs) and ensuring that policies and procedures are followed. You will also participate in the admission, discharge, and transfer of residents, as well as observe and document changes in their status. Additionally, you will transcribe physician orders, administer medications, and perform wound treatments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of CNAs and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Participate in the admission, discharge, and transfer of residents
• Observe and document changes in resident status
• Transcribe physician orders and carry out orders as written
• Administer medications and perform wound treatments as needed
• Provide leadership to nursing staff and promote teamwork and effective communication
• Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic care
• Ensure adequate stock of medications, supplies, and equipment
• Participate in end-of-life care as needed
• Promote a culture of compliance and maintain confidentiality of protected health information

Qualifications

• Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program
• Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required
• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the practicing state
• Current CPR certification

Skills

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to make independent decisions and prioritize tasks
• Patience, tact, and ability to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff
• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and perform physical movements as needed
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to facility policies and procedures

Working Conditions

• May be subject to falls, burns, and exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions
• May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends, holidays when necessary
• Subject to frequent interruptions and frequent call-backs during emergency conditions

Compliance and Performance

Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures is a condition of employment. Compliance will be a factor in evaluating job performance. Violations, including failure to report violations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.