Charge Nurse RN: Lead Care & Team Oversight

Morada Temple; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Morada Temple is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN) to oversee nursing care on a shift, ensuring accurate medication administration, timely treatments, proper documentation, and prompt emergency response. The role includes supervising CNAs, providing shift reports, and rounds to maintain safe, clean care environments.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license in Texas with at least 6 months LTC experience and strong supervisory and communication skills.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Texas required.
• At least 6 months nursing experience in long-term care preferred.
• Demonstrated supervisory abilities to lead CNA staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervises direct care of residents and CNA personnel on shift.
• Administers direct care as necessary.
• Gives and receives shift reports.
• Rounds twice a shift to assure proper care is rendered in a safe and clean environment.
• Keeps physicians and families aware of changes in resident’s condition.
• Assists in developing comprehensive care plans.
• Maintains accurate documentation of all care rendered.
• Responds to resident emergency call system.
• Interfaces with other disciplines to assure continuity of care and services.
• Accompanies physicians when making rounds.
• Encourages restorative care to maximize resident independence.
• Participates in family/resident counseling as necessary.
• Assists with orientation and evaluation of nursing personnel.
• Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
• Ensures proper functioning of equipment and adequate supplies.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication

Education

RN license in Texas

Job description

Morada Temple is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN) to oversee nursing care on a shift, ensuring accurate medication administration, timely treatments, proper documentation, and prompt emergency response. The role includes supervising CNAs, providing shift reports, and rounds to maintain safe, clean care environments.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license in Texas with at least 6 months LTC experience and strong supervisory and communication skills.