Charge Nurse: Skilled Leader in Long-Term Care

Markesan Resident Home; Markesan (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Markesan Resident Home is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead the nursing team and supervise day-to-day activities of nursing assistants, LPNs, and support staff, ensuring care aligns with state and federal standards. The role reports to the Director of Nursing Services or Nurse Supervisor.

Responsibilities include directing staff, coordinating shifts, maintaining charts, medication administration, and contributing to quality assurance and discharge planning, while modeling professional conduct and

Qualifications

• Must possess an active Wisconsin nursing license (RN/LPN/LVN).
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong leadership and supervisory ability required.
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise nursing staff and activities.
• Must handle difficult residents and high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants, LPNs and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures.
• Discipline, coach, and train staff as needed.
• Oversee nursing care and coordination of care plans.
• Complete charting and medication administration according to policy.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory ability

Education

Nursing degree or LPN/LVN program

Job description

Markesan Resident Home is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead the nursing team and supervise day-to-day activities of nursing assistants, LPNs, and support staff, ensuring care aligns with state and federal standards. The role reports to the Director of Nursing Services or Nurse Supervisor.

Responsibilities include directing staff, coordinating shifts, maintaining charts, medication administration, and contributing to quality assurance and discharge planning, while modeling professional conduct and