Charge Nurse (RN) – Acute Care

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care within a collaborative care team. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient needs while serving as a liaison among patients, families, and healthcare providers.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, documenting treatments, advocating for patients, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• Valid nursing license, multi-state compact preferred.
• BLS certification upon hire.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate patient conditions and assist with care planning and interventions.
• Deliver safe, effective care per policies with thorough documentation.
• Advocate for patients by addressing concerns and educating families and staff.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and satisfaction.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing training and certifications.
• Mentor colleagues and uphold confidentiality, safety, and professionalism.
• Participate in governance and support recruitment efforts.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (ADN/BSN)

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Role Overview

The Registered Nurse provides high-quality nursing care by collaborating with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient needs. They serve as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate patient conditions, assisting with care planning and executing interventions to promote outcomes and wellbeing.
• Deliver safe, effective care according to policies, maintaining thorough documentation of assessments, treatments, and incidents.
• Advocate for patients by addressing concerns, providing education, and communicating vital information to families and staff.
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives, supporting organizational goals for quality, satisfaction, and efficiency.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing training, certifications, and involvement in professional organizations.
• Mentor and support colleagues, fostering a positive work environment and upholding standards of confidentiality, safety, and professionalism.
• Participate in shared governance, promote the nursing profession, and support recruitment efforts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Valid nursing license, with multi-state compact license preferred.
• Required certifications include BLS (Basic Life Support) upon hire.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills.