Full-Time LPN Charge Nurse

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking an experienced LPN Charge Nurse to provide clinical leadership in a busy healthcare setting. You will supervise nursing staff, coordinate care activities, monitor resident conditions, and support care plans to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The role requires a valid LPN license, BLS certification, strong assessment, leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with efficient use of electronic health

Qualifications

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee treatment and care of assigned residents.
• Supervise and coordinate nursing activities to optimize patient outcomes and staff performance.
• Monitor patient conditions, intervene in emergencies, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop care plans.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for nursing staff, facilitating clinical decision-making and staff education.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct shift reports and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.

Skills

LPN license

BLS

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Staff supervision

Job description

Role Overview

The LPN Charge Nurse provides critical leadership within a healthcare team, ensuring high-quality patient care, supervising nursing staff, and coordinating care activities in a dynamic clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee treatment and care of assigned residents.
• Supervise and coordinate nursing activities to optimize patient outcomes and staff performance.
• Monitor patient conditions, intervene in emergencies, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop care plans.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for nursing staff, facilitating clinical decision-making and staff education.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct shift reports and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, delegate tasks, and utilize electronic health records effectively.
• Experience in leadership or charge nurse roles is highly desirable, though prior experience is not mandatory.

Key Attributes

• Compassionate with a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Organized, proactive, and able to handle clinical and operational challenges.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address staffing and patient concerns.