Charge Nurse RN (Registered Nurse)

Position Overview

Charge Nurse RN (Registered Nurse) is a licensed professional nurse directly under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Services. The Charge Nurse RN is responsible for coordinating daily administrative duties of an assigned nursing unit including schedules, nursing assignments, delegation of resident care, and supervision of nursing staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility and oversight of an assigned nursing unit including assignment and coordination of nursing care.
• Provide supervision and support for nursing staff in accordance with their level of training and the resident’s acuity.
• Monitor for compliance of facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies.
• Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
• Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Make daily resident rounds to assess physical and emotional status and implement required nursing interventions.
• Observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and contribute to individualized, person-centered plans of care.
• Ensure that all safety and infection control practices are followed.
• Respond to emergency situations promptly and effectively.
• Ensure required documentation is complete and compliant with regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with special projects or other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.
• Communicate promptly with patients, families, medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors regarding treatment and care.
• Meet regularly with unit personnel to identify and address problem areas and improve services.
• Review and evaluate assigned personnel and submit written evaluations to the Director of Nursing or designee.
• Coordinate nursing services with other departments and nursing units.
• Ensure that established infection control practices and aseptic techniques are followed, especially during isolation procedures.
• Follow coaching and progressive disciplinary procedures as required.
• Present a professional image to consumers through appropriate dress, behavior, and speech.
• Function as a role model to staff while treating residents and family members with dignity and respect.
• Respond to and assist in resolving resident and family concerns, recording grievances per facility policy.
• Actively participate in the facility's Quality Assurance (QA) program and assist in correcting deficiencies.
• Ensure the protection of health information as required by HIPAA.
• Participate in the facility’s Infection Control Program for monitoring communicable and infectious diseases among residents and staff.
• Participate in procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment.
• Orient new staff members upon request.
• Attend various facility meetings (e.g., care conferences, staff meetings, discharge plan meetings) as required.
• Attend in-services and educational classes to maintain nursing competency and current knowledge of best practices.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or an approved RN or LVN program
• Current nursing license, in good standing with the State licensing board
• Strong qualities of leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to provide patient care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and procedures
• Possess critical thinking skills to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate clinical data and observations for developing a nursing plan of care
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable nursing principles, practices, and standards of care
• Willingness to work with and supervise professional and nonprofessional personnel
• Proficiency in the English language, including the ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend with minimal to no difficulty
• Valid CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a long-term care setting, preferred

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Sign-on Bonus for New Hires