Charge Nurse-LVN Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Charge Nurse
Bronte Health and Rehab Center ,

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Charge Nurse to join our team at Bronte Health and Rehab Center. As a key member of our nursing staff, you will provide direct nursing care to our residents and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by certified nursing assistants.

Responsibilities:

• Directs the daily activities of certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, as well as established facility policies and procedures

• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures by nursing personnel assigned

• Participates in the admission, discharge, and transfers of residents as required

• Observes for changes in residents' status, notifying the physician and resident's family or representative, and documents accordingly

• Transcribes physician orders to medical records and carries out orders as written

• Prepares and administers medications as per physicians' orders and observes for adverse effects

• Performs wound treatments as per physicians' orders, observes for changes, and documents accordingly

• Schedules follow-up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated

• Provides nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit

• Provides direct care skills, such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc., in accordance with current policies and procedures

• Performs rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties

• Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents' needs are holistically met

• Informs appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and files grievances as necessary

• Reports any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor, unit manager, assistant director, or director of nursing and participates in the investigative process as needed

• Participates in end-of-life care as required

• Ensures adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment, and notifies appropriate personnel of needs

• Initiates, reviews, and updates care plans as required

• Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication

• Participates in the survey process when inspection surveys arise

Requirements:

• A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program

• Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required

• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the practicing state

• Current CPR certification

If you are a dedicated and compassionate nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional care to seniors, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join our dynamic team at Bronte Health and Rehab Center and make a difference in the lives of our residents. Apply Today!