Lead RN - Long-Term Care & Team Leadership

Helia Healthcare; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Helia Healthcare is seeking an RN to deliver high-quality resident care and lead LPNs and CNAs with confidence in a Florida facility. You will uphold compassionate, standards-based nursing practices while supporting a supportive team culture.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork, and a positive, service-first attitude in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and ongoing education are valued, with ongoing staff coaching and safety focus.

Qualifications

• A current, valid Illinois Registered Nurse license.
• Education and/or experience in long-term care, acute care, or geriatric nursing preferred.
• Supervisory experience is a plus!
• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal.
• No disqualifying criminal offenses (per regulatory guidelines).
• Ability to read and interpret journals, professional materials, policies, and regulations.
• Ability to write nursing notes, reports, and procedures clearly.
• Ability to confidently interact with leadership, residents, families, physicians, and the public.
• Continuing Education
• We’re big believers in learning and growth! You’ll:
• Attend in-services and educational programs.
• Complete any CE needed to maintain certification or licensure.
• Join seminars that help you stay current with nursing practice.
• Complete Silver Chair in-services on time.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assess, document, and communicate changes in resident conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders accurately.
• Implement and evaluate care plans that support residents’ wellness and comfort.
• Direct CNAs to ensure resident care is performed safely and respectfully.
• Rounding with CNAs before the end of your shift to ensure everything is in order.
• Passing along helpful, thorough information to oncoming staff.
• Completing assessments like admissions, pain evaluations, and other required documentation.
• Advocating for residents to remain comfortable and pain-free.
• Ensuring incident/accident reporting is completed fully, accurately.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

RN license

Job description

Helia Healthcare is seeking an RN to deliver high-quality resident care and lead LPNs and CNAs with confidence in a Florida facility. You will uphold compassionate, standards-based nursing practices while supporting a supportive team culture.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, teamwork, and a positive, service-first attitude in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and ongoing education are valued, with ongoing staff coaching and safety focus.