RN - Charge Nurse

Mennonite Village; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Mennonite Village in Oregon is seeking an experienced RN Charge Nurse to lead nursing staff and deliver high-quality resident care. You will oversee CNAs and CMAs, coordinate care, and ensure accurate documentation while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

This full-time role includes mentoring teammates, responding to resident needs, administering medications, and upholding meticulous clinical standards in a compassionate, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Oregon required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to document resident care and maintain records.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative work with interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Direct and support CNAs/CMAs to ensure high-quality resident care.
• Respond to resident needs and monitor call lights and rounds.
• Administer meds, treatments, and wound care as ordered.
• Document changes and communicate with providers and families.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers and follow-up care.
• Maintain medical records and physician orders.
• Collaborate with team to meet physical, emotional, social resident needs.
• Ensure nursing supplies and inventory are maintained.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Team motivation

Education

Oregon RN license

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Description

Full-Time 12 hr shift

Are you a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse who is passionate about leading others and delivering exceptional resident care? Join our skilled nursing leadership team as an RN Charge Nurse, where your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality will make a meaningful difference every day. In our warm and welcoming environment, you'll have the opportunity to support seniors with dignity, promote wellness, mentor nursing staff, and make a meaningful impact every day. If you're looking for a rewarding role where your work truly matters, we'd love to welcome you aboard!

Why Mennonite Village?

Mennonite Village is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community serving the Willamette Valley for nearly 80 years. Our mission is to create a community where residents can live their best lives. Our nursing leadership team thrives in a setting that promotes clinical excellence, professional growth, collaboration, and resident-centered care.

Benefits may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and leadership development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs and team celebrations

What You'll Do

• Direct and support CNAs and CMAs to ensure high-quality resident care.
• Respond to resident needs, monitor call light response times, and perform routine resident rounds.
• Administer medications, treatments, and wound care as ordered by physicians.
• Observe, document, and communicate changes in resident condition to healthcare providers and family members as appropriate.
• Coordinate resident admissions, discharges, transfers, appointments, and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, medical records, and physician orders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to meet residents' physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Ensure adequate nursing supplies, equipment, and medication inventory are maintained.

Qualities That Set You Apart

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Compassion, patience, and professionalism when serving residents and families
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop nursing staff
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong teamwork and collaborative leadership style
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Experience working in skilled nursing or long-term care settings
• Positive attitude and proactive approach to problem-solving

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mennonite Village values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We welcome individuals who share our mission of serving older adults with dignity, respect, and compassion.

We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to offering reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

REQUIRED

• Current, valid, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Oregon
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current CPR Certification
• Ability to meet all required training and continuing education requirements
• Ability to accurately document resident care and maintain medical records
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary care team

PREFERRED

• At least one year of clinical experience in long-term care or skilled nursing
• Previous experience supervising or directing nursing support staff
• Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing skilled nursing facilities
• Experience with wound care, restorative nursing, and resident care planning

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 10 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally, with or without assistance
• Visual, auditory acuity, and dexterity of hands and fingers within normal limits
• Assist in evacuation of residents during emergencies
• Ability to safely move throughout the workday, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and crouching
• Ability to push and pull wheelchairs, beds, and equipment
• May be subject to odors and exposure to infectious materials, bodily fluids, and medical waste
• Ability to safely assist with resident transfers and mobility needs
• Must be able to safely use all resident care and lifting equipment as required