Charge Nurse (LPN/RN) - Lead Patient Care

OPCO Skilled Management; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

PTO

401K

Job summary

Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a dedicated Charge Nurse (LPN or RN) to lead nursing care on the unit. The role requires following physician orders, maintaining safety, and supporting infection control while guiding staff and ensuring high-quality patient care.

The position emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and professional interaction with patients, families, and the health-care team, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must have current RN or LPN license.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or written instructions in English.
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Flexible and positive approach with interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident safety.
• Plan, organize, and direct nursing functions for patients in the unit.
• Assign nursing tasks appropriate to staff skill levels.
• Maintain acceptable standards of patient care.
• Identify problems and guide staff to solutions.
• Create a productive environment with growth opportunities for staff.
• Implement physicians' orders accurately and promptly.
• Support infection-control policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Collaborate with nursing, medical and other departments.

Skills

English proficiency

Timely completion

Flexibility

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

Spanish Trails Wellness & Rehabilitation in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a dedicated Charge Nurse (LPN or RN) to lead nursing care on the unit. The role requires following physician orders, maintaining safety, and supporting infection control while guiding staff and ensuring high-quality patient care.

The position emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and professional interaction with patients, families, and the health-care team, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.