Lead Geriatric Charge Nurse (RN)

KALESTA HEALTHCARE GROUP; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

KALESTA HEALTHCARE GROUP in Pullman, WA is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead nursing services on a designated unit during the shift. You will supervise direct care staff, administer medications, and ensure care plans are implemented according to physician orders.

This role requires a licensed RN or LVN, strong organizational skills, and ability to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, you will help maintain regulatory compliance and high-quality resident

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of accredited nursing program.
• License: Active RN or LVN license.
• Experience: Long-term geriatric nursing preferred.
• Language: Proficient in English reading and communication.

Responsibilities

• Make daily rounds to observe residents and assign care.
• Develop and distribute resident care assignments matching needs and staff skills.
• Provide unit orientation and staff training.
• Perform staff performance reviews and wage determinations.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and care plans.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Staff coordination

EMR entry

Education

RN/LVN license

Tools

EMR system

Hospital software

Job description

KALESTA HEALTHCARE GROUP in Pullman, WA is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead nursing services on a designated unit during the shift. You will supervise direct care staff, administer medications, and ensure care plans are implemented according to physician orders.

This role requires a licensed RN or LVN, strong organizational skills, and ability to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, you will help maintain regulatory compliance and high-quality resident