RN – Nursing Home Day Shift

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing nursing staff and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to the residents in Sedgwick County Health Center’s long term care setting. As a liaison between nursing staff, care providers, management and residents, the Charge Nurse coordinates and monitors resident care, manages staffing, and manages medication while addressing any clinical or operation issues that arise. Success in this role requires the ability to work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team while following and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards, facility policies and best practices. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, and skilled in best nursing practices while demonstrating strong communication skills, patience, adaptability and a commitment to improving the well-being of residents in a long-term care setting.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of certified nursing assistants in compliance with regulations and facility policies.
• Observe and assess residents for changes in condition and communicate updates to physicians and families.
• Transcribe and carry out physician orders, administer medications, and observe for adverse effects.
• Perform wound treatments per physician’s orders and document changes accordingly.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and transportation for residents as needed.
• Provide direct nursing care, including IV administration, tube feedings, wound care, and colostomy changes.
• Conduct rounds to ensure resident needs are met and nursing staff perform assigned duties.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic resident care.
• Report incidents, complaints, and unusual occurrences, participating in investigations as required.
• Assist with end-of-life care and ensure the availability of necessary medical supplies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Nursing degree from an accredited program (RN or LPN/LVN)
• Current, unrestricted nursing license in practicing state
• CPR certification
• Experience in long-term care preferred
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Accurate documentation and reporting of resident data and care plans
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to complete a medication pass competently in the allotted time frame
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Education and Certification Requirements

• Nursing degree from an accredited program (RN or LPN/LVN)
• Current, unrestricted nursing license in practicing state
• CPR certification