Charge Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

Job Title: Charge Nurse
Location: Fremont, OH
Salary: $28.00 – $35.00/hour
Job Type: Part-Time

**Sign on bonus **.

About Us:
At the Sisters of Mercy, we provide compassionate, mission-driven care in an environment rooted in dignity and respect. Our Charge Nurses play a key role in ensuring our Sisters receive exceptional clinical care while supporting our caregiving team.

Job Summary:
The Charge Nurse is responsible for implementing the plan of care for each Sister, providing high-quality clinical services, and supervising CNAs, NAs, and HHAs on duty. This role requires leadership, clinical expertise, and a compassionate approach to care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centered care focused on wellness, comfort, and dignity.

• Administer medications and treatments according to professional nursing standards and departmental policies.

• Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and condition changes.

• Supervise, delegate, and educate CNAs, NAs, and HHAs to ensure thorough and compassionate care.

• Assist Sisters with daily living activities including dressing, bathing, grooming, ambulation, and meals.

• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, infection control, and end-of-life care practices.

• Coordinate and accompany Sisters to medical appointments and therapies.

• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate updates to the Clinical Manager.

• Participate in staff orientation, training, and continuing education.

• Support Activities and Enrichment programming for Sisters.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with valid state license.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in nursing, preferably with geriatric or dementia care.

• Experience supervising or delegating care to others.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare or residential care settings.

• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

• Use of proper body mechanics and safety equipment for resident care.

Why Join Us:
This is an opportunity to provide meaningful care in a mission-driven environment while leading a team of dedicated caregivers.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 403B

• Free Parking

• Free meal on shift

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