LPN or RN Charge Nurse
OPCO Skilled Management · Blue Springs, MO · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
Join us at OPCO Skilled Management in a fun environment where you are appreciated. The Registered Nurse / RN or Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN will be responsible for resident care and directing nursing staff. The nurse is expected to develop the plan of care and collaborate with physicians, therapists and nursing assistants. The nurse will also monitor assigned staff to ensure that all safety regulations are upheld.
Responsibilities
- Ensures proper resident care is maintained in a clean and safe environment.
- Makes nursing diagnoses, which serve as the basis for the strategy of care.
- Collaborates with the resident and members of the healthcare team.
- Records the administration of medication or any change in patient condition.
- Monitors assigned staff to ensure established safety regulations are followed and that all tasks are performed following all state and government regulations and safety procedures as outlined by the facility.
- Follows procedures related to the use of nursing equipment and supplies.
- Performs other duties as directed.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an approved Registered Nurse / RN or Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN program and licensed in the state of practice.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility, preferred but not required.
- Current BLS/CPR certification as required by state.
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO
- 401K