Med/Surg RN Lead - Charge Nurse & Shift Supervisor

Lucas County Health Center; Chariton (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas County Health Center in Chariton, IA seeks an experienced nurse leader to plan, direct, and evaluate total nursing care on a Med/Surg unit per shift. The role includes serving as Charge Nurse, orienting and training staff, and maintaining strong cross-shift cooperation for continuity of care.

You will participate in education, record-keeping, and updating policies to enhance patient outcomes and staff skills, collaborating across departments to support quality care delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing leadership and unit management preferred.
• Ability to orient and train new staff and supervise shifts.
• Strong communication with other departments for continuity of care.
• Willingness to contribute to policy updates and staff education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and evaluate total nursing care on one unit during shift.
• Serve in Charge Nurse role as needed and ensure quality patient care.
• Orient, train, and manage personnel; monitor performance.
• Coordinate with other shifts and departments to ensure continuity of care.

Job description

Lucas County Health Center in Chariton, IA seeks an experienced nurse leader to plan, direct, and evaluate total nursing care on a Med/Surg unit per shift. The role includes serving as Charge Nurse, orienting and training staff, and maintaining strong cross-shift cooperation for continuity of care.

You will participate in education, record-keeping, and updating policies to enhance patient outcomes and staff skills, collaborating across departments to support quality care delivery.