Full-Time RN or LPN, Days

Bayleylife; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayleylife in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN/LPN) to lead a long-term care unit. You will supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain high-quality resident care. Administer medications and participate in care planning and assessments.

The role requires an active RN or LPN license in Ohio and prior long-term care experience. Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork are essential to succeed in this position.

Qualifications

• Must have RN or LPN license from an accredited program.
• Experience in long-term health care is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• Strong leadership and staff development abilities are expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide unit leadership to maintain morale and supervise staff including STNA.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Oversee admission, transfer, and discharge processes and care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by physicians or supervisors.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Teamwork

Education

RN or LPN license

Job description

Description

The RN or LPN generally assumes a charge nurse role which is key in providing a productive work environment, quality resident care, and front-line leadership. Reporting to the nursing supervisor, the charge nurse maintains unit morale and ensures daily compliance of Federal, State, and local regulations.

Unit Leadership

1. Responsible for the unit morale by providing a team based work environment through effective team leadership and a demonstrated positive attitude, including STNA assignment and supervision.
2. Assumes a lead role in employee related issues such as discipline, performance evaluations, retention, and development of qualified personnel.
3. Works with the Nursing supervisor to ensure compliance of Federal, State, and local regulations that govern the long-term care industry.
4. Develops and maintains a good working rapport with inter-departmental and cross-functional personnel.
5. Facilitates unit communications by conducting regular meetings with staff personnel designed to identify and correct problem areas and/or the improvement of services.
6. Responsible for the training and skills assessment of assigned nursing personnel. Ensures all unit members are knowledgeable and compliant with resident’s rights and responsibilities.

Nursing Duties

1. Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge residents.
2. Participates in preliminary resident needs assessments and in the development of a written plan of care.
3. Performs daily resident visits to assess and evaluate resident status changes and nursing needs.
4. Completes medical forms, evaluations, and accident/incident reports in a timely manner.
5. Administers medications and performs treatments as directed by the attending physician or nursing supervisor.
6. Accountable for the proper maintenance of written procedures outlining the administration, storage, and control of medications and medical supplies.
7. Consults the nursing supervisor and/or attending physician in the planning, treatment, and rehabilitation of assigned residents.
8. Ensures proper notification of appropriate personnel when a change in the resident’s condition occurs.
9. Remains current of applicable regulations and procedures by professional publications and attending applicable seminars.

Requirements

Educational Attainment •Successful completion of Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse curriculum from an accredited program.

Licensure/Certification •Possess a current LPN or RN Ohio license.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable Federal regulations and Ohio State regulations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills. Knowledgeable of teaming principles and applications.

Kind & Length of Experience

• 2-year’s experience in long term health care