Charge Nurse LVN/LPN — Lead Care & Team Oversight

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401k with match

Medical, dental, vision & supplemental

Job summary

Cantex is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide direct patient care and nursing leadership in a long-term care setting. You will oversee care delivery, administer medications, and supervise CNAs to ensure safe, quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include clinical oversight, documentation management, and coordination with RNs and Nurse Managers to address changes in patient condition.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing School with a current LVN/LPN license.
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience in 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, procedures, 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.
• 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

English language

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Cantex is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide direct patient care and nursing leadership in a long-term care setting. You will oversee care delivery, administer medications, and supervise CNAs to ensure safe, quality outcomes.

Responsibilities include clinical oversight, documentation management, and coordination with RNs and Nurse Managers to address changes in patient condition.