What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN/LPN Charge Nurse position at Arbor Springs Health and Rehab?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced RN/LPN Charge Nurse to lead our nursing team with professionalism and compassion. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in various healthcare settings, including long-term care, acute care, and specialized patient populations such as geriatric, memory care, and individuals with developmental disabilities. As a Charge Nurse, you will play a vital role in coordinating patient care, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Your leadership will directly impact the quality of care delivered and the overall well-being of our residents and patients.
Duties
- Provide clinical leadership by overseeing daily nursing operations and ensuring high standards of patient care.
- Supervise nursing staff, including scheduling, mentoring, and evaluating performance to foster a collaborative team environment.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and medication reconciliation.
- Administer medications and treatments such as IV infusions, injections, catheterizations, and wound care in accordance with physician orders.
- Manage documentation using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner to ensure accuracy and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Coordinate discharge planning, family communication, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitor for signs of acute pain or infectious disease symptoms, implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Ensure adherence to long-term care regulations, infection control policies, and safety protocols within the facility.
Requirements
- Valid RN or LPN license with current state licensure required; additional certifications such as BLS (Basic Life Support) or ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) preferred.
- Proven experience in diverse healthcare environments including long-term care facilities, hospitals (Level I Trauma Center experience preferred), or assisted living communities.
- Demonstrated expertise in critical care areas such as ICU or emergency medicine is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth for medical documentation and patient records management.
- Knowledge of ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems for accurate medical recordkeeping and billing processes.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia-related conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease is advantageous.
- Strong clinical assessment skills combined with proficiency in medication administration, IV insertion, tube feeding management, and sterile techniques.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with staff, patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams while maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
Join our team to lead compassionate nursing care that enhances the lives of our residents through expert clinical practice and dedicated leadership!
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $57,788 - $73,991