Lead LVN/LPN Charge Nurse — Long-Term Care Leader

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401k with match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Life insurance

CEU reimbursement

Rewards program

Job summary

Cantex Continuing Care Network in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide direct patient care and nursing leadership in a long-term care setting. You will supervise CNAs, coordinate care plans with physicians, administer medications, and ensure compliance with licensing requirements.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent documentation in the EMR, and the ability to lead a team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current LVN/LPN license in the applicable state.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience in a long-term care or healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, document, and report patient conditions and changes in accordance with clinical policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation related to patient assessments, evaluations, clinical status changes, and nursing care activities.
• Consult with Registered Nurses and Nurse Managers regarding changes in patient condition and clinical needs.
• Receive, transcribe, and execute physician orders using approved communication methods and company procedures.
• Implement care plans and administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Assign duties to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and monitor delivery of appropriate patient care services.
• Ensure accidents, incidents, and significant patient events are documented and reported in accordance with clinical policies and regulatory standards.
• Function as a team leader and role model while supporting staff performance, coaching, and occasional counseling activities.
• Coordinate the availability and maintenance of equipment, supplies, medication carts, mobile devices, and other resources used in patient care delivery.
• Ensure attending physicians and responsible parties are notified of significant changes in patient condition.
• Maintain quality assurance logs and support proper operation of clinical equipment used in patient care.
• Promote a safe environment, support abuse prevention requirements, ensure patient and resident safety, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Communication

English language

Education

LVN/LPN license

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Cantex Continuing Care Network in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Charge Nurse (LVN/LPN) to provide direct patient care and nursing leadership in a long-term care setting. You will supervise CNAs, coordinate care plans with physicians, administer medications, and ensure compliance with licensing requirements.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent documentation in the EMR, and the ability to lead a team.