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Broadmead, Inc. in Maryland is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN/LPN) for a part-time, non-exempt shift. You will oversee nursing care on your shift, administer medications, document care, and handle emergencies to ensure safe, high-quality resident services.
You must graduate from an accredited nursing program and hold a current Maryland RN license. Strong communication, organization, and accurate documentation are essential, with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
STATUS: Non-Exempt, hourly, part-time, less than 30 hours
REPORTS TO: Director of Health Services
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Charge Nurse is an RN/LPN who is responsible for the overall nursing care/service on his/her shift, including the accurate and timely administration of medications, treatments, documentation and emergency calls, as indicated.
Primary Job Duties:
-Supervises direct care of residents and nursing personnel on his/her shift.
-Administers direct care as necessary.
-Gives and receives shift reports.
-Rounds twice a shift to assure proper care is rendered in a safe and clean environment
-Keeps physicians and families aware of changes in resident’s condition.
-Assists in developing comprehensive care plans.
-Maintains the self respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each resident.
-Maintains accurate documentation of all care rendered.
-Responds to resident emergency call system.
-Interfaces with other disciplines to assure continuity of care and services.
-Receives, transcribes and checks physician orders in the past 48 hours.
-Accompanies physicians when making rounds.
-Encourages restorative care in order to obtain maximum resident independence.
Vantage Point Values - Above. Always. Excellence in Service
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1. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Registered Nurse with a current license in Maryland.2. Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and staff. Must use prudent judgment and work well under pressure. Strong organizational skills. Ability to work well independently.3. Ability to document care given accurately
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