Charge Nurse: Veteran Care Leader

HMR Veteran Services; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Career Growth Opportunities

And Much More!

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead daily nursing activities and ensure high-quality resident care in accordance with regulations. You will supervise staff, coordinate admissions and transfers, and partner with leadership to maintain safe, compassionate care.

Responsibilities include staffing oversight, care plan implementation, documentation, and communication with families and physicians.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or approved LN program completed.
• Active, unencumbered state LN license required.
• At least 1 year of supervisory experience in healthcare.
• Knowledge of long-term care laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to lead staff with professionalism and tact.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily nursing activities to ensure high-quality care.
• Coordinate with departments to support resident care and participate in surveys/inspections.
• Oversee admissions, discharges, and transfers; communicate with families and funeral homes.
• Monitor staffing, evaluate performance, and supervise nurse aides and trainees.
• Maintain accurate nursing notes and ensure care per plan and resident preferences.
• Lead orientation and in-service training; ensure infection control protocols.
• Provide direct nursing care as needed and monitor critical residents.
• Ensure availability of medications, supplies, and equipment; maintain clean units.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Nursing degree or approved LN program

Active LN license

Job description

HMR Veterans Services is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead daily nursing activities and ensure high-quality resident care in accordance with regulations. You will supervise staff, coordinate admissions and transfers, and partner with leadership to maintain safe, compassionate care.

Responsibilities include staffing oversight, care plan implementation, documentation, and communication with families and physicians.