Charge Nurse LN 7a-3p

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

Career Growth Opportunities

And Much More!

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services is seeking a dedicated Charge Nurse to supervise daily nursing activities and ensure high-quality care for residents. You will work under nursing leadership to maintain regulatory compliance and coordinate with families, departments, and external partners.

The role requires a nursing degree or approved LN program with an active license, plus at least one year of supervisory healthcare experience.

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.
• 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 leading staff with professionalism and tact.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily nursing activities to ensure high-quality care in line with regulations and leadership direction.
• Oversee admissions, transfers, and room readiness; coordinate with families and funeral homes as needed.
• Monitor staffing levels, attendance, and performance; participate in evaluations and supervision of nurse aides and trainees.
• Provide nursing care as needed; monitor residents, treatments, and care plans; document accurately and follow plans.
• Notify families and physicians of significant changes; address concerns per procedures.
• Lead orientation and in-service education; ensure staff are trained in infection control and PPE protocols.
• Support emergency responses; obtain lab specimens and record vital signs as required.
• Ensure availability of medications, supplies, and maintain clean, organized care areas.
• Uphold residents' rights to privacy and dignified care; ensure consent and refusal policies are followed.
• Participate in care plan development and updates; communicate plans clearly to staff.
• Complete incident reports and address grievances with leadership follow-up.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical knowledge

Regulatory awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Nursing degree / LN program with active license

Job 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*


• Career Growth Opportunities


• 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

When you join HMR Veterans Services, you're not just starting a job, you're becoming part of a team dedicated to serving those who have served our country.