Home Care Night Nurse Needed - Urgent Need - Home Health

Charge Nurse
Overnight Nurse (LPN/RN)

Full-Time | Overnight |

Dow Rummel Village is a non-profit Senior Life Plan Community in Sioux Falls, SD, enriching lives for over 60 years. Our mission is simple and powerful: "Guided by spiritual values, we enrich lives by providing extraordinary senior care." Our community spans all levels of care, from Independent living to Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing.
The Charge Nurse position is responsible for providing quality nursing care to residents and coordinating total nursing care within our facility. The Charge Nurse will implement specific procedures and programs, work alongside the Director of Nursing in establishing goals, and ensure compliance with all operating policies, state health regulations, and federal healthcare administration regulations. In partnership with the DON and Case Manager, this role involves supervising personnel and providing reports.
Support the facility's commitment to safe practices, infection control, and residents' rights.
Evaluate and assess residents on admission to develop interim care plans and update care plans as needed.
Analyze resident information to develop appropriate interventions to prevent decline and notify appropriate staff of changes.
Ensure safety and sanitation standards in residents' rooms and work areas.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered, order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment, and maintain controlled substances inventories.
Participate in orienting new staff to the unit.
Make rounds with physicians, physician's assistants, and nurse practitioners.
Respond to emergencies, assess residents' conditions, and provide necessary medical attention.
Notify the resident's physician and/or next of kin of incidents or changes in the resident's condition.
Consult with the resident's physician in providing care, treatments, rehabilitation, etc.
Administer professional services within the scope of nursing practice, such as catheterization, tube feedings, suction, and wound care.
Follow organizational policies and procedures when providing nursing care.
Monitor seriously ill residents as necessary.
Oversee and ensure personnel providing direct care to residents follow the care plan and residents' wishes.
Supervise certified nursing assistants and medication aides, determine work procedures, and evaluate, counsel, and discipline staff.
Receive and transcribe physician's orders in accordance with facility procedures.
Complete necessary charting and documentation in accordance with established policies.
Provide support and perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Assisted Living.
Nursing degree from an accredited college or university or graduate from an approved RN or LPN program.
Current, unencumbered, active RN or LPN license in South Dakota.
Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the English language.
Knowledge of nursing and medical practices, geriatric care laws, regulations, and guidelines.
Patient, tactful, cheerful, and enthusiastic disposition, especially when dealing with difficult residents.
Willingness to embrace new methods and principles to enhance existing nursing practices.
Ability to communicate with resident conditions effectively.
Affordable Medical Plans - Choose from multiple options, including a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) with full preventive coverage and low premiums.

• to use for medical expenses now or later.
• Dental & Vision Insurance - Low-cost coverage options through Delta Dental and VSP with free preventive services.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) - Tax-free options to cover health and dependent care expenses.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Match - Dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%, with immediate eligibility and long-term vesting.
• Life & AD&D Insurance - $40,000 employer-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary Coverage Options - Access to Aflac for critical illness, accident, cancer, and short-term disability insurance.
• BetterHelp Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free, confidential counseling and support for you and your family.
• Scholarship Opportunities - Apply for financial support toward certifications and degree programs that support your career development.
• Good Grades Bonus - Extra dollars for good grades for those who are in high school and/or secondary school.
• Free wellness membership (in-house pool and facility).

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Dow Rummel Village will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.