LPN or RN Charge Nurse

OPCO Skilled Management; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

PTO

401K

Job summary

OPCO Skilled Management is seeking a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to care for residents and lead nursing staff in a skilled nursing facility. The nurse will develop care plans and coordinate with physicians, therapists, and aides while ensuring safety protocols are followed.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, medication administration records, and collaboration with the healthcare team to optimize resident well-being in a supportive facility environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved RN or LPN program and licensed in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred, not required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper resident care in a clean, safe environment.
• Makes nursing diagnoses to guide care strategy.
• Collaborates with resident and healthcare team.
• Records administration of medications and changes in condition.
• Monitors staff to follow safety regulations and state/government rules.
• Follows procedures for nursing equipment and supplies.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Skills

RN/LPN license

BLS/CPR certified

Education

RN or LPN program graduate

Job description

Do you want to work in a fun environment where you are appreciated? Join us at OPCO Skilled Management! We need great nurses like you on our team!

Benefits Offered

• Healthcare
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401K

Your Job Summary

The Registered Nurse / RN or Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN will be responsible for resident care and directing nursing staff. The nurse is expected to develop the plan of care and collaborate with physicians, therapists and nursing assistants. The nurse will also monitor assigned staff to ensure that all safety regulations are upheld.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nurse / RN or Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN program and licensed in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of in a Skilled Nursing Facility, preferred. Not required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper resident care is maintained in a clean and safe environment.
• Makes nursing diagnoses, which serve as the basis for the strategy of care.
• Collaborates with the resident, members of the healthcare team.
• Records the administration of medication or any change in patient condition.
• Monitor assigned staff to ensure established safety regulations are followed and that all tasks are performed following all state and government regulations and safety procedures as outlined by the facility.
• Follows procedures related to the use of nursing equipment and supplies.
• Performs other duties as directed.

OPCO Skilled Management provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.