Under the direction and guidance of the Assistant Director of Nursing and the Director of Nursing of Courtyard of Natchitoches, the RN Charge nurse compliments the ADON in planning, developing and supervising of the activities of licensed and non-licensed personnel who provide health care and nursing services to Nursing Home residents. This position assists with the development and implementation of nursing services, objectives, policies and procedures in accordance with Federal and State regulations. Is responsible for the oversight of the Incident Reports, Monitoring of Daily telephone orders, Labs, and Infection Control. Is in attendance at weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings, and physician rounding within the unit. The RN Charge Nurse further shares responsibility for backing up RN staff on a 24-hour/7-day per week basis. She/he confers with residents’ physician on an as needed basis to clarify medical orders and direct care. The RN Charge Nurse will have the ability to interact with all customers (co-workers, patients, families, physicians, vendors, etc.) of Courtyard of Natchitoches with hospitality and the highest standards of customer service, exhibiting professionalism and a spirit of teamwork. Each associate should have an understanding that he or she represents the facility and should act accordingly and in a manner that demonstrates respect and pride for this organization.