LPN-Charge Nurse

Methodist Senior Services, Inc.; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Senior Services, Inc. in Columbus, MS is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse - Charge Nurse to oversee resident care and supervise nursing staff in a long-term care setting. The role requires hands-on patient care and supervision of aides, with adherence to state and federal guidelines.

Strong clinical and leadership skills are essential to ensure high-quality, compassionate service for residents. This position is full-time and located at our Columbus facility.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as an LPN and in good standing.
• Experience in hospital or long-term care settings preferred.
• Ability to supervise nursing assistants and coordinate resident care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the professional nurse in planning, directing and supervising resident care.
• Provide direct nursing care to residents.
• Supervise day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Supervision

Patient Care

Education

LPN Certification

Job description

• Location Columbus, MS, 39702,United States
• Job Category 7p-7a Baylor Nurse
• Employee Type Reg Full Time- Non-Exempt

Description

The duties and responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse - Charge Nurse include assisting the professional nurse in the planning, directing and supervising of resident care, providing direct nursing care to residents and to supervising the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants and orderlies within the Methodist Senior Services. Such care and supervision will be in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations and as outlined in established policies and procedures at Methodist Senior Services, to maximize fulfilling the care-giving needs of residents. The person(s) holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

At least two years experience working in a hospital, long term care facility, or other health care institution, with training or experience implementing total patient care and care planning, and in making sound nursing judgments; will have knowledge of State Department of health and federal guidelines; will have taken courses in nursing management or supervision and in rehabilitative and restorative nursing; hold membership in professional association(s).

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Reasonable accommodation which does not create undue hardship will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job .