Charge Nurse: Lead Resident Care & Team Oversight

SLP Operations, LLC; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SLP Operations, LLC is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/RN) in a long-term care setting in Texas City. You will supervise CNAs and deliver direct nursing care per physician orders and facility policies, while coordinating admissions, discharges, and documentation.

You must supervise staff, communicate clearly with residents and families, and maintain high attendance with flexibility for long hours to meet care objectives.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing and currently licensed by the state.
• Must be able to supervise other employees and work cooperatively to obtain resident care objectives.
• Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
• Must be able to maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain medical records and nursing notes; assess residents’ physical and emotional status.
• Monitor resident activity and provide nursing care in accordance with physician orders, care plans, nursing standards, and facility policies.
• Coordinate and assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Transcribe and carry out physician telephone orders accurately.
• Communicate effectively with residents, family members, interdisciplinary team members, and management regarding resident status.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered and in compliance with nursing standards and facility policies.
• Complete all charting and documentation accurately, timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Understand, comply with, and promote resident rights.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and revision of individualized care plans.
• Participate in in-service education, orientation programs, and job skills training to maintain professional competence.
• Monitor the care environment and nursing practices to ensure compliance with safety, fire, disaster preparedness, infection control, and departmental policies.
• Supervise Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), including assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing coaching or corrective feedback as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Resident care

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

RN or LVN licensed

Job description

SLP Operations, LLC is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/RN) in a long-term care setting in Texas City. You will supervise CNAs and deliver direct nursing care per physician orders and facility policies, while coordinating admissions, discharges, and documentation.

You must supervise staff, communicate clearly with residents and families, and maintain high attendance with flexibility for long hours to meet care objectives.