LPN Charge Nurse: Day Shift Leader in Patient Care

OPCO Skilled Management; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

OPCO Skilled Management in Missouri seeks an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice on a 7am–7pm shift, ensuring patient needs are met according to standards and physician orders.

This role emphasizes charting, incident reporting, narcotic procedures, and collaboration with physicians; leadership and adherence to policies are key. Equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employees.

Qualifications

• Current LVN/LPN license in Missouri.
• BLS/CPR certification required or willingness to obtain.
• Experience in nursing management is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established charting and incident reporting procedures.
• Adheres to narcotic counting, pharmacy orders and restraint reduction procedures.
• Documents changes in patient conditions, including nutrition, infections, skin issues, weight loss or other changes.
• Uses the Quality Life Manual to identify, place and monitor patients in appropriate programs.
• Notifies relevant departments of room changes, LOA, new admits, or discharges.
• Makes rounds with physicians when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Education

Licensed LVN/LPN (Missouri)

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

OPCO Skilled Management in Missouri seeks an LVN/LPN to provide nursing care within scope of practice on a 7am–7pm shift, ensuring patient needs are met according to standards and physician orders.

This role emphasizes charting, incident reporting, narcotic procedures, and collaboration with physicians; leadership and adherence to policies are key. Equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employees.