Charge Nurse LVN/LPN — Lead Care & Team Mentorship

Cantex; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday & Pay

Life Insurance

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Rewards & Recognition Program

Job summary

Cantex seeks a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to lead clinical care in Port Arthur, TX. You will supervise CNAs, administer medications, and ensure adherence to physician orders and licensure standards.

Ideal candidates have an active LVN/LPN license and at least one year of supervisory experience in long-term care or healthcare, with strong English communication and documentation skills. This role is on-site with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed LVN/LPN in the applicable state.
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience in a long-term care or healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, document, and report patient conditions and changes in accordance with clinical policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation related to patient assessments, evaluations, clinical status changes, and nursing care activities.
• Consult with Registered Nurses and Nurse Managers regarding changes in patient condition and clinical needs.
• Receive, transcribe, and execute physician orders using approved communication methods and company procedures.
• Implement care plans and administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Assign duties to CNAs and monitor delivery of appropriate patient care services.
• Ensure accidents, incidents, and significant patient events are documented and reported in accordance with clinical policies and regulatory standards.
• Function as a team leader and role model while supporting staff performance, coaching, and occasional counseling activities.
• Coordinate the availability and maintenance of equipment, supplies, medication carts, mobile devices, and other resources used in patient care delivery.
• Ensure attending physicians and responsible parties are notified of significant changes in patient condition.
• Maintain quality assurance logs and support proper operation of clinical equipment used in patient care.
• Promote a safe environment, support abuse prevention requirements, ensure patient and resident safety, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

English proficiency

Education

LVN/LPN license

Nursing degree from accredited school

Job description

Cantex seeks a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to lead clinical care in Port Arthur, TX. You will supervise CNAs, administer medications, and ensure adherence to physician orders and licensure standards.

Ideal candidates have an active LVN/LPN license and at least one year of supervisory experience in long-term care or healthcare, with strong English communication and documentation skills. This role is on-site with comprehensive benefits.