Lead Charge Nurse – Long-Term Care

Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center; Hazlet Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center in Hazlet Township, New Jersey, is seeking a Charge Nurse to provide clinical leadership and ensure high-quality resident care. The Charge Nurse is responsible for supervising nursing staff, coordinating daily operations, administering medications and treatments, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN or LPN license, has long-term care or skilled nursing experience, strong

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in good standing.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or assisted living preferred.
• Prior supervisory or charge nurse experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and leadership skills.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support licensed nurses and CNAs during shifts.
• Coordinate resident care to ensure quality, safety, and continuity.
• Administer medications, treatments, and assessments according to physician orders.
• Respond promptly to changes in resident condition and initiate interventions.
• Communicate with physicians, residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Mentor, coach, and educate nursing staff.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and promote a positive team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical assessment

Time management

Team supervision

Documentation

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Education

RN or LPN license

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

Meadowbrook Respiratory and Nursing Center in Hazlet Township, New Jersey, is seeking a Charge Nurse to provide clinical leadership and ensure high-quality resident care. The Charge Nurse is responsible for supervising nursing staff, coordinating daily operations, administering medications and treatments, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN or LPN license, has long-term care or skilled nursing experience, strong