Charge Nurse LN 11p-7a

HMR Veteran Services; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; 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 Anderson, SC is seeking a Charge Nurse to supervise daily nursing activities and ensure high-quality, compliant resident care. You will oversee admissions, staffing, and patient documentation while coordinating with families and physicians as needed.

The role requires an active RN/LN license, 1+ year of supervisory healthcare experience, and strong leadership skills to support a compassionate, patient-centered team in a veterans nursing home environment.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered state Licensed Nurse license.
• At least one year of supervisory experience in healthcare.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and guidelines.
• Clear reading/writing/speaking of English.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills to guide staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily nursing activities to ensure high-quality care and compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate with other departments to support comprehensive resident care and participate in surveys/inspections.
• Oversee admissions, discharges, and room transfers; communicate with families and funeral homes as needed.
• Monitor staffing levels, absenteeism, performance, and provide leadership.
• Maintain accurate nursing notes and ensure care plans are followed and updated.
• Notify families and physicians of significant condition changes; address concerns per procedures.
• Lead orientation and ongoing education; ensure PPE and infection control practices.
• Provide direct nursing care when needed and support emergency response.
• Ensure availability of medications, supplies, and equipment; maintain clean care areas.
• Promote residents’ rights and dignity with respectful care.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Nursing license

English communication

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Rehabilitative nursing

Education

Nursing degree or LN program

Job description

Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home
Anderson, SC 29621, USA

• Licensed Nurse
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: CHARG001143

Description

Make a Difference in the Lives of Our Nation's Heroes

At HMR Veterans Services, we are proud to honor our mission of "Serving Those Who Served." If you are a passionate and dedicated Charge Nurse looking for meaningful work, we invite you to join our team and make a lasting impact on the lives of America's Veterans.

Why Join HMR Veterans Services?

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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*
• And Much More!

What You'll Do

As a Charge Nurse, you will Supervise daily nursing activities to ensure high-quality care in compliance with all applicable regulations and as directed by nursing leadership. Responsibilities include:

• Compliance & Coordination: Ensure nursing staff follow procedures and policies; coordinate with other departments to support comprehensive resident care; participate in surveys and inspections as needed.
• Resident Admissions & Transfers: Oversee resident admissions, discharges, and room transfers; welcome new residents, ensure room readiness, and assist with transport and communication with families and funeral homes as needed.
• Supervision & Staffing: Monitor staffing levels, absenteeism, and performance; participate in evaluations, hiring recommendations, and supervision of nurse aides and trainees; provide leadership and ensure adequate coverage.
• Care Oversight & Documentation: Monitor resident conditions, treatments, and care plans; make rounds with physicians; requisition diagnostics; maintain accurate nursing notes and ensure care is delivered per plan and resident preferences.
• Family & Physician Communication: Notify families and physicians of significant condition changes; meet with residents and families to address concerns and resolve grievances per established procedures.
• Training & Infection Control: Lead orientation and in-service education; ensure staff are trained in bloodborne pathogen protocols; maintain adequate PPE and clean, safe environments.
• Clinical Support & Emergency Response: Provide direct nursing care as needed; authorize restraints per policy; support monitoring of critically ill residents; obtain lab specimens and record vital signs.
• Supplies & Equipment: Ensure availability of medications, medical supplies, and equipment; maintain cleanliness of nurses' stations and care areas.
• Resident Rights & Dignity: Promote residents’ rights to privacy and treatment refusal; ensure staff knock before entering rooms and uphold respectful, dignified care.
• Assessment & Care Planning: Participate in care plan development and updates; encourage resident involvement; ensure plans are communicated and followed by care staff.
• Reporting & Problem Solving: Complete incident reports, handle complaints and grievances from residents and staff, and report issues to nursing leadership with follow-up actions.
• Environment & Atmosphere: Foster a calm, welcoming, and respectful atmosphere throughout the unit and during all shifts.

Qualifications

• Education & Licensure: Nursing degree or approved LN program graduate 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.

Join a Mission That Matters

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Licensed Nurse

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