RN Charge Nurse: Shift Leader in Long-Term Care

PACS; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities during their shift. The role ensures care quality aligns with federal, state, and local standards, with duties spanning policy maintenance, supervision of nursing staff, and participation in quality assurance and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include directing nursing services, maintaining current procedures, coordinating with care teams, and reporting to nursing leadership.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RN license and current clinical competencies.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulations governing long-term care.
• Experience directing day-to-day nursing activities and supervising nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily nursing activities during tour of duty.
• Participate in developing and updating nursing service policies and procedures.
• Ensure Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and followed.
• Report to Director/Nursing leadership and assist with QA and discharge planning.
• Coordinate with other care teams to ensure continuity of resident care.
• Attend and contribute to committee meetings related to care plans and quality.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Policy and procedure development

Team coordination

Communication

Documentation and reporting

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

PACS is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities during their shift. The role ensures care quality aligns with federal, state, and local standards, with duties spanning policy maintenance, supervision of nursing staff, and participation in quality assurance and discharge planning.

Responsibilities include directing nursing services, maintaining current procedures, coordinating with care teams, and reporting to nursing leadership.