LPN Charge Nurse | Elevate Patient Care in LTC

Signature HealthCARE; Elizabethton (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) & Roth 401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement & Discounts

Job summary

Signature HealthCARE Elizabethton Rehab & Wellness Center is seeking a dedicated LPN/LVN to provide direct nursing care and support for residents at our 94-bed facility in Elizabethton, TN. You will oversee nursing assistants, administer medications, and participate in care planning to ensure comfort and safety.

Requirements include an active LPN/LVN license in Tennessee, 1+ year of clinical nursing experience (long-term care preferred), and proficiency with EHR systems.

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Minimum one year of clinical nursing experience; long-term care experience preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role, preferred.
• Strong clinical observation, medication administration, and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of Federal and State long-term care regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound clinical judgment.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and skilled nursing procedures.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and ensure comfort, dignity, and safety at all times.
• Supervise and direct nursing assistants and medication aides during the assigned shift in accordance with facility policies and regulations, as applicable.
• Monitor and observe residents’ physical and emotional status; notify the attending physician and responsible party of any change in condition.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation per facility policy and procedure.
• Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, staff education, and regulatory surveys as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Supervisory/charge nurse experience

Medication administration

Clinical observation

Documentation skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Signature HealthCARE Elizabethton Rehab & Wellness Center is seeking a dedicated LPN/LVN to provide direct nursing care and support for residents at our 94-bed facility in Elizabethton, TN. You will oversee nursing assistants, administer medications, and participate in care planning to ensure comfort and safety.

Requirements include an active LPN/LVN license in Tennessee, 1+ year of clinical nursing experience (long-term care preferred), and proficiency with EHR systems.