Per Diem Charge Nurses (RN or LPN)

wentworthseniorliving; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Weekly pay

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Employee development

Job summary

Wentworth Senior Living in Portsmouth, NH is hiring a Per Diem Charge Nurse (RN or LPN) to create a welcoming, person-centered resident experience and oversee daily LNAs, medication administration, and shift reports.

Per diem – flexible shifts (days/evenings/nights/weekends) with starting pay of $38.00/hour and potential increases based on years of LNA licensure in New Hampshire. Benefits vary by status.

Qualifications

• Completion of a college or technical training program in nursing.
• Current and active NH or compact state license as RN or LPN.

Responsibilities

• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and positive atmosphere for residents and team members.
• Collaborate with inter-departmental teams to ensure resident needs are consistently met.
• Develop and oversee daily assignments for Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs).
• Administer medications and provide resident treatments as ordered.
• Receive and give shift reports to ensure safe and effective care continuity.
• Participate in required annual training and ongoing education programs.

Education

Nursing program completion

Job description

Wentworth Senior Living is Hiring Per Diem Charge Nurses (RN or LPN)!

Join Our Mission:

Success in our community starts with our people. The skill, dedication, and well-being of our team shape the care and experience we provide. Our strong resident and family satisfaction reflects the relationships and shared purpose at the heart of our community. If you’re looking for meaningful work where you’re supported, valued, and can make a lasting impact on seniors’ lives through person-centered care, we invite you to join us in helping residents live fuller, more engaged lives.

Location: Portsmouth, NH. WSL is located steps from Portsmouth’s Market Square and Prescott Park, behind the Strawbery Banke Museum.

Job Summary:

As a Per Diem Charge Nurse, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming, person-centered resident experience, with responsibilities including:

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a welcoming, respectful, and positive atmosphere for residents and team members
• Collaborate with inter-departmental teams to ensure resident needs are consistently met.
• Develop and oversee daily assignments for Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs).
• Administer medications and provide resident treatments as ordered.
• Receive and give shift reports to ensure safe and effective care continuity.
• Participate in required annual training and ongoing education programs.

Requirements:

Education

• Completion of a college or technical training program in nursing.

Licensure, Registration, and Certification

• Current and active NH or compact state license as Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Experience

• One or more years’ experience as a charge nurse in a senior service setting preferred.

Per Diem Commitment Expectations

• Must work a minimum of 1 full shift (or 12 hours) every 60 days.
• Must work a minimum of 2 holiday shift (24 hours) per calendar year.
  • If enrolled in full-time or part-time school or work 36 or more hours per week in a full-time job outside of WSL are required to work only one holiday shift (12 hours) per calendar year.

We compensate our staff with competitive salaries and many other benefits*.

Hours: Per diem – flexible shifts available including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Rate: Starting pay is $38.00/hour, with opportunities for higher starting rates based on years of active LNA licensure in New Hampshire

Opportunities to maximize earnings through a combination of available day, night, and weekend shifts:

• +$4.00/hour for overnight shifts (excluding Fridays)
• +$4.00/hour for Saturday and Sunday shifts (days and nights)
• +$5.00/hour for Friday night shifts

Benefits:

• Generous PTO
• Weekly pay
• High staff-to-resident ratio
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match (after one year)
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Employee development and education reimbursement assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free employee meals
• $1,000 employee referral bonus program
• Ongoing employee appreciation initiatives and recognition throughout the year

About WSL:

WSL is a nonprofit assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of historic Portsmouth, NH. Established in 1911, we continue to provide exceptional, personalized care and support to our residents and local seniors.

As an independent nonprofit, we can adapt quickly to the evolving needs of those we serve. We are dedicated to supporting seniors’ health, independence, relationships, and interests—ensuring they remain fully engaged and living richer, more meaningful lives.To learn more about WSL, please visit, https://wentworthseniorliving.org.

Contingencies:

All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check and drug test.

EEO Statement:

WSL provides equal employment opportunities in employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military status or veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state, federal or local laws or ordinances.

* Benefit eligibility varies by employment status after completing a waiting period.