LVN (6P-6A) → "LVN - Full-Time"

About the role

The RN/LVN Charge Nurse is responsible for supervising nursing activities during their shift, ensuring quality resident care, and managing staff assignments based on qualifications and facility layout.

Responsibilities

• Oversee total nursing care of residents and recognize significant changes in their condition.
• Assign aides, ensure proper administration of medications and treatments per doctor’s orders, and conduct regular rounds using Resident Assessment and Care Plans.
• Supervise documentation, including charting and incident reports, and verify medication inventories.
• Coordinate with physicians, update care plans, and respond professionally to resident and family needs.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and legal requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduation from an approved nursing program and current licensure as RN or LVN.
• Ability to assume personnel charge, good judgment, teamwork, and awareness of resident needs.
• Knowledge of medication procedures, facility policies, and federal/state regulations.