Charge Nurse - Elder Care with Growth & Team Impact

Baptist Community Services; Texas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for advancement

Work-life balance

Job summary

A community health service provider in Wisconsin is seeking a compassionate nurse to deliver resident-centered care. The ideal candidate will have Texas licensure as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse, CPR certification, and experience in a charge position. This role involves planning, organizing, and evaluating care for a designated group of residents while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates must be committed to a positive work environment promoting teamwork and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be CPR certified.
• Able to read, speak, and write in English.
• Prior experience in a charge position.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates care for a designated group of elders.
• Assesses elders within three hours of admission.
• Supervises nursing care according to elder condition.
• Educates elders and families on care issues.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for comprehensive care.
• Advocates for the elders.
• Develops Service Plans and Comprehensive Assessments.

Skills

CPR certification

English communication

Experience in a charge position

Education

Licensure in the State of Texas as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job description

Working as a nurse for Baptist Community Services (BCS) offers a unique opportunity to be part of a compassionate and dedicated team. Our nurses play a crucial role in delivering resident-centered care, while benefiting from a culture that prioritizes work-life balance, strong community ties, and a shared mission of service. Joining the BCS family will provide you an opportunity to contribute to a legacy of care that uplifts residents, families, and the broader community. Baptist Community Services values the dedication and hard work of its employees, offering a positive work environment that fosters growth, teamwork, and professional development. As a nurse at BCS, you’ll be part of a team that prioritizes respect, dignity, and empathy in all interactions with residents. Additionally, BCS offers opportunities for advancement, competitive compensation, and a strong sense of community, making it an excellent place to build a fulfilling career while making a lasting impact.

Job Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION: That required for licensure in the State of Texas as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse. Prior experience in a charge position. Must be able to read, speak, and write English. Must be CPR certified.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Assisted Living Manager, plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates the direct and indirect care of a designated group of elders, within the framework of BCS policies. Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulatory requirements in providing optimal care for each elder.

Hours: Rotating nights

ESSENTIALS OF JOB:
1. Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates the direct and indirect care of a designated group of elders, which includes (constantly): the evaluation of the elders’ needs consideration of the Nursing Practice Act evaluation of the quality of services provided
2. Accurately assesses elders within three (3) hours of admission and at regularly established intervals. (frequently)
3. Provides and/or supervises nursing care as appropriate for condition of elder. (constantly)
4. Teaches elder and family member as needed regarding care issues. (frequently)
5. Develops collaborative relationship with interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care. (frequently)
6. Functions as an advocate for the elders. (constantly)
7. Develops Service Plans and Comprehensive Assessments. (constantly)
8. Evaluates subordinates for merit appraisals, counseling subordinates as indicated. (frequently)
9. Must be able to commit the time necessary from an attendance and punctuality standpoint to accomplish the above specified Essentials of Job. (constantly)