Charge Nurse RN - Lead Skilled Nursing Care Team

ASPYRE of Bronzeville; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

On-Demand Pay Option

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

ASPYRE Healthcare in Chicago is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to provide total care for residents on the assigned unit, oversee staff on shift, and ensure adherence to facility policies.

The RN will administer medications, collaborate with the health team to update care plans, educate residents and families, and support ongoing staff development while maintaining a safe, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing education program.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• No history of abuse convictions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow facility policies and support quality care.
• Must be able to work effectively with residents of varying ages and medical needs.
• Must meet physical job requirements, including occasional lifting, bending, and standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide total care for residents on assigned unit during scheduled shift as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Collaborate with allied health team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with policy and evaluate effectiveness.
• Maintain an environment that supports residents’ physical, emotional, and social well-being.
• Educate residents and families about care plans, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitor team performance and support staff development, evaluations, and corrective actions as needed.
• Assign and oversee nursing duties to ensure tasks are completed appropriately and efficiently.
• Stay current on facility procedures and participate in in-service and continuing education.
• Identify and respond to significant changes in residents’ conditions.
• Accurately document care provided, changes in condition, and other relevant information per facility guidelines.
• Act as a charge nurse and serve as a resource for staff, offering clinical support and decision-making guidance.
• Follow all facility and departmental safety protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Policy compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed RN in Illinois

Nursing degree from accredited program

Tools

Healthcare IT systems

Job description

ASPYRE Healthcare in Chicago is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to provide total care for residents on the assigned unit, oversee staff on shift, and ensure adherence to facility policies.

The RN will administer medications, collaborate with the health team to update care plans, educate residents and families, and support ongoing staff development while maintaining a safe, respectful environment.