LPN Charge Nurse: Impactful Care Leadership

Signature HealthCARE; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Virtual healthcare

401(k)

Life insurance

HSA/FSA

PTO & Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Student debt assistance

Uniform allowance

Discount program

Attendance program

Pay advance

Job summary

Signature HealthCARE of Elizabethtown is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to join our team in a full-time role.

You will provide direct nursing care, manage medications, supervise nursing assistants, and contribute to care plans within a resident-centered setting, with opportunities for professional development. This 112-bed facility offers short-term rehab and long-term care in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Minimum one (1) year of clinical nursing experience; long-term care experience, preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role, preferred.
• 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.
• 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

LPN/LVN license

CPR/BLS certification

Clinical nursing experience

Supervisory experience

EHR familiarity

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Signature HealthCARE of Elizabethtown is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to join our team in a full-time role.

You will provide direct nursing care, manage medications, supervise nursing assistants, and contribute to care plans within a resident-centered setting, with opportunities for professional development. This 112-bed facility offers short-term rehab and long-term care in a supportive team environment.