Lead Charge Nurse - Resident Care Leader

Lexington Park Health & Rehab; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Park Health & Rehab in Topeka, KS is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse to direct, administer and record resident care. You will supervise nursing staff and ensure care plans are followed.

Requirements include a valid Kansas RN license, strong communication, and the ability to work additional hours. The role includes coordinating with physicians and families, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control policies.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Kansas RN license.
• Experience supervising nursing staff.
• Ability to communicate with families and physicians.
• Willingness to work evenings or weekends, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct, administer and record care for residents.
• Supervise nursing staff and coordinate care with care plans.
• Assist in rounds with visiting physicians and communicate progress to families.
• Ensure meds and treatments are administered timely.
• Monitor compliance with state and federal requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

Staff supervision

English proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) licensure

BSN preferred

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Lexington Park Health & Rehab in Topeka, KS is seeking an experienced Charge Nurse to direct, administer and record resident care. You will supervise nursing staff and ensure care plans are followed.

Requirements include a valid Kansas RN license, strong communication, and the ability to work additional hours. The role includes coordinating with physicians and families, and ensuring compliance with safety and infection control policies.