Charge Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Community: Galena Nursing Center

Community Type: Skilled Nursing

Location: Galena, KS

Shifts Available: Nights

Employment Type: Full-Time / Rotating weekends

Pay: Starting at $35/hour

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Make a Difference Every Day in Senior Living

Looking for a rewarding job in senior care where your work truly matters? At Americare Senior Living, you'll build relationships, support residents, and be part of a team that feels like family.

Who We Are

• Trusted senior living provider with 40+ years of experience
• Guided by our RISING values: Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth
• Known for Hometown Hospitality and small, family-like communities
• Recognized as a Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces in Aging Services

Why Join Americare

• Make a daily impact in resident care and quality of life
• Work in a supportive, team-focused environment
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers
• Join a culture focused on respect, compassion, and connection
• Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay + annual increases
• Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
• Free meals during shifts
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs

Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.

Start your career in senior living today and make a difference at Americare. Apply now.

Your Role as the Charge Nurse (RN)

Skilled Nursing

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Charge Nurse (RN) to provide frontline clinical leadership and exceptional resident care within our skilled nursing community.

In this role, you'll oversee nursing services during assigned shifts, supervise caregiving teams, and ensure residents' needs are met with professionalism, compassion, and compliance with state, federal, and Americare standards. You'll serve as a key clinical resource, supporting care delivery and fostering a safe, respectful environment.

Summary

The Charge Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing clinical oversight and supervision of nursing care during assigned shifts to ensure quality outcomes and regulatory compliance.

This role guides nursing staff, administers medications and treatments, completes resident assessments, and serves as a central communicator between residents, families, providers, and leadership.

This role may also be known as:

Charge Nurse (RN), RN Supervisor, Floor Nurse (RN), Shift Supervisor (RN), or Registered Nurse - Charge Role.

What You'll Do

• Oversee nursing services, administration, and clinical supervision during assigned shifts
• Ensure compliance with nursing care standards, policies, and procedures
• Supervise and guide nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and CMAs
• Complete and update resident assessments, care plans, and clinical documentation
• Communicate changes in resident condition to families, physicians, and nursing leadership
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols
• Conduct routine rounds to ensure resident needs are being met
• Address, document, and report incidents, accidents, and concerns, including suspected abuse or neglect
• Ensure appropriate supplies, equipment, and medications are available and communicated to leadership
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality care and resident safety
• Uphold Americare's mission, vision, values, and company policies

What You Bring

Licensure / Certification

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required

Experience & Skills

• Strong clinical judgment and leadership skills
• Familiarity with state and federal nursing regulations
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or senior living preferred

Commitment

• Passion for resident-centered care and team collaboration
• Alignment with Americare's Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality®, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values

Physical Demands

• Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
• Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance 350lbs

Join Our Team

Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful impact by providing hands-on care and clinical leadership in our Skilled Nursing community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

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