Charge Nurse

Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; La Jara (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Daily Pay–access earned wages

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Supportive leadership

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Rio Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking a Charge Nurse (LPN or RN) to supervise nursing care and lead a dedicated team at our La Jara, CO facility. This full-time role involves coordinating shifts, ensuring medication administration, and maintaining high-quality resident care.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado LPN or RN license, with skilled nursing experience, strong communication, and a compassionate approach.

Qualifications

• Current Colorado LPN or RN license in good standing.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering exceptional resident care.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing care for residents during your shift.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor residents' conditions and promptly communicate changes to physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to CNAs and other nursing staff.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations and facility policies.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment focused on quality resident care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Colorado LPN or RN license

Job description

Join Our Team as a Charge Nurse (LPN/RN)

Rio Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center – La Jara, CO

Now Hiring: Charge Nurse (LPN or RN)

Rio Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is looking for a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as a Charge Nurse. If you're passionate about providing exceptional resident care while leading and supporting a dedicated nursing team, we'd love to hear from you!

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• Rotating weekends

What You'll Do:

• Supervise and coordinate nursing care for residents during your shift.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor residents' conditions and promptly communicate changes to physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to CNAs and other nursing staff.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations and facility policies.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment focused on quality resident care.

Qualifications:

• Current Colorado LPN or RN license in good standing.
• Previous skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering exceptional resident care.

Why Join Rio Grande Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center?

• Competitive pay
• Daily Pay – access your earned wages when you need them
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Career advancement and professional development
• Supportive leadership team
• A collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful difference every day

Join a team that is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care while creating a welcoming and supportive workplace for both residents and staff.

Join Our Team

39 Calle Miller, La Jara, CO 81140