Lead LPN: Charge Nurse in Senior Living

Americare Senior Living; Chanute (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation + bonus

Daily pay access

Paid time off

Comprehensive health, dental, vision,

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement and continuing

Free meals during shifts

Recognition programs and career

Job summary

Americare Senior Living in Chanute, KS seeks a dedicated Charge Nurse (LPN) to provide frontline clinical leadership and resident-centered care within our skilled nursing community. You will supervise nursing staff across shifts, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, administer medications per orders, and maintain accurate documentation while upholding our mission and quality standards.

Join a team that values compassionate care, professional growth, and a supportive work

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• Familiarity with state and federal nursing regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and clinical judgment skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or senior living preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing services, administration, and clinical supervision during assigned shifts.
• Ensure compliance with nursing care standards, policies, and procedures.
• Supervise and guide nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and CMAs.
• Complete and update resident assessments, care plans, and clinical documentation as needed.
• Communicate changes in resident condition to families, physicians, and nursing leadership.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols.
• Conduct routine rounds to ensure resident needs are being met.
• Address, document, and report incidents, accidents, and concerns, including suspected abuse or neglect.
• Ensure appropriate supplies, equipment, and medications are available and communicated to leadership.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality care and resident safety.
• Uphold Americare's mission, vision, values, and company policies.

Skills

Nursing regulations

Leadership

Clinical judgment

SNF experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Americare Senior Living in Chanute, KS seeks a dedicated Charge Nurse (LPN) to provide frontline clinical leadership and resident-centered care within our skilled nursing community. You will supervise nursing staff across shifts, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, administer medications per orders, and maintain accurate documentation while upholding our mission and quality standards.

Join a team that values compassionate care, professional growth, and a supportive work