LPN Charge Nurse

NewAldaya Lifescapes; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting wage

Shift Differential pay

Paid time off for PT/FT positions

Health insurance

Job summary

NewAldaya Lifescapes in Cedar Falls, IA is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead nursing care for residents, supporting independence and activity.

As an LPN or RN, you will administer medications, monitor vitals, and collaborate with the team; multiple shifts available including part-time and full-time; flexible casual/prn options.

Qualifications

• Must have LPN or RN licensure.
• 1 year nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to patients as assigned.
• Administers and records medications and treatments as assigned.
• Reinforces, supports and provides health care instructions to patients and their families.
• Participates with other team members in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care and other patient activities.
• Assists in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Observes and reports patients' vital signs, symptoms and general condition to the appropriate individual(s).
• Records on patient charts observation of patient’s responses to nursing care rendered.
• Maintains environmental conditions conducive to the comfort and safety of patients.
• Assists with unit management and/or assume charge of unit as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certified

1 year nursing experience (Preferred)

Education

LPN or RN Licensure

Job description

As a Charge Nurse you will work as part of a team ensuring our residents and patients receive the individualized nursing care and assistance they need so they may stay as independent and active as long as possible. You will work towards improving and maintaining their health. You will have an opportunity to gain experience in long-term care, Memory/Dementia care and Skilled care.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) Duties and responsibilities:

• Provides nursing care to patients as assigned

• Administers and records medications and treatments as assigned

• Reinforces, supports and provides health care instructions to patients and their families

• Participates with other team members in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care and other patient activities

• Assists in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients

• Observes and reports patients' vital signs, symptoms and general condition to the appropriate individual(s)

• Records on patient charts observation of patient’s responses to nursing care rendered

• Maintains environmental conditions conducive to the comfort and safety of patients

• Assists with unit management and/or assume charge of unit as assigned.

LPN/RN Qualifications

• LPN or RN Licensure

• 1 year experience (Preferred)

• CPR Certified

Currently we have:

New - 2 Part time First shift Charge nurse openings - work 6:30a to 3p

1 Full time 2nd shift that works MWF and every other weekend schedule.

1 Part time 2nd shift Thur Fri and every other weekend

2 Part time 3rd shift openings.

1 - Full time 3rd shift opening

Also offer flexible casual/prn employment option.

Benefits include

• Competitive starting wage

• Higher pay rates for experienced nurses

• Shift Differential pay

• Pick Up incentive pay

• Paid time off for qualifying PT and FT positions

• On site Cafe and Wellness center

• Health insurance and Short Term Disability for FT positions

• Retirement Plan with 5% employer contribution

• Supportive team environment to bring out the best nurse in you.

EOE