Charge Nurse LN

What You'll Do: As a Charge Nurse, you will Supervise daily nursing activities to ensure high-quality care in compliance with all applicable regulations and as directed by nursing leadership.

Responsibilities include: Compliance & Coordination: Ensure nursing staff follow procedures and policies; coordinate with other departments to support comprehensive resident care; participate in surveys and inspections as needed. Resident Admissions & Transfers: Oversee resident admissions, discharges, and room transfers; welcome new residents, ensure room readiness, and assist with transport and communication with families and funeral homes as needed. Supervision & Staffing: Monitor staffing levels, absenteeism, and performance; participate in evaluations, hiring recommendations, and supervision of nurse aides and trainees; provide leadership and ensure adequate coverage. Care Oversight & Documentation: Monitor resident conditions, treatments, and care plans; make rounds with physicians; requisition diagnostics; maintain accurate nursing notes and ensure care is delivered per plan and resident preferences. Family & Physician Communication: Notify families and physicians of significant condition changes; meet with residents and families to address concerns and resolve grievances per established procedures. Training & Infection Control: Lead orientation and in-service education; ensure staff are trained in bloodborne pathogen protocols; maintain adequate PPE and clean, safe environments. Clinical Support & Emergency Response: Provide direct nursing care as needed; authorize restraints per policy; support monitoring of critically ill residents; obtain lab specimens and record vital signs. Supplies & Equipment: Ensure availability of medications, medical supplies, and equipment; maintain cleanliness of nurses' stations and care areas. Resident Rights & Dignity: Promote residents' rights to privacy and treatment refusal; ensure staff knock before entering rooms and uphold respectful, dignified care. Assessment & Care Planning: Participate in care plan development and updates; encourage resident involvement; ensure plans are communicated and followed by care staff. Reporting & Problem Solving: Complete incident reports, handle complaints and grievances from residents and staff, and report issues to nursing leadership with follow-up actions. Environment & Atmosphere: Foster a calm, welcoming, and respectful atmosphere throughout the unit and during all shifts. Qualifications Education & Licensure: Nursing degree or approved LN program graduate with an active, unencumbered state LN license.

Experience: At least one year of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting. Clinical Knowledge: Trained in rehabilitative and restorative nursing; familiar with current nursing practices and procedures. Regulatory Awareness: Knowledgeable of long-term care laws, regulations, and guidelines. Communication Skills: Able to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively. Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Capable of making independent decisions and leading staff with professionalism and tact. Join a Mission That Matters When you join HMR Veterans Services, you're not just starting a job, you're becoming part of a team dedicated to serving those who have served our country. Apply today and help us continue making a difference every day.