Charge Nurse Lead - Veteran Care Leader, Full-Time

HMR Veteran Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services in Houston, TX is seeking a Charge Nurse to supervise daily nursing activities and ensure high-quality care in a long-term care setting, on-site at Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home.

You will lead staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with physicians and families. The role requires a nursing degree or LN program completion, active license, at least one year of supervisory experience, and strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Nursing degree or approved LN program with an active, unencumbered state LN license.
• Experience: At least one year of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.
• Clinical Knowledge: Trained in rehabilitative and restorative nursing; familiar with current nursing practices and procedures.
• Regulatory Awareness: Knowledgeable of long-term care laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Communication Skills: Able to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively.
• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills: Capable of making independent decisions and leading staff with professionalism and tact.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily nursing activities to ensure high-quality care.
• Oversee resident admissions, discharges, and room transfers; coordinate with families and funeral homes as needed.
• Monitor staffing levels, absenteeism, and performance; participate in evaluations and supervision of staff.
• Maintain accurate nursing notes and ensure care is delivered per plan and resident preferences.
• Notify families and physicians of significant condition changes; handle grievances per procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Nursing degree or LN program

Job description

HMR Veterans Services in Houston, TX is seeking a Charge Nurse to supervise daily nursing activities and ensure high-quality care in a long-term care setting, on-site at Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home.

You will lead staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with physicians and families. The role requires a nursing degree or LN program completion, active license, at least one year of supervisory experience, and strong leadership, communication, and documentation skills.