Charge Nurse LVN/LPN - Lead Care & Team Oversight

Cantex; Mathis (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holidays

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Job summary

Cantex is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to lead direct patient care and supervise CNAs in a long-term care setting. You will assess patients, coordinate care plans, administer medications, and ensure accurate documentation in the EMR.

You will collaborate with RNs and Nurse Managers, promote patient safety, and model best-practice nursing. A valid LVN/LPN license in Texas and at least one year of supervisory experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing School with a current and valid LVN/LPN nursing license in the applicable state.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience in a long-term care or healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

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 Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and monitor delivery of appropriate patient care services.
• Coordinate the availability and maintenance of equipment, supplies, medication carts, mobile devices, and other resources used in patient care delivery.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

English language

Education

LVN/LPN license (state)

Job description

Cantex is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to lead direct patient care and supervise CNAs in a long-term care setting. You will assess patients, coordinate care plans, administer medications, and ensure accurate documentation in the EMR.

You will collaborate with RNs and Nurse Managers, promote patient safety, and model best-practice nursing. A valid LVN/LPN license in Texas and at least one year of supervisory experience are preferred.