Charge LPN/RN

Job Overview

1-2 shifts a week, PRN as needed. Night shift and/or day shift.

We are seeking a dedicated and energetic PRN Charge LPN/RN to lead our nursing team in providing exceptional patient care across diverse healthcare settings. In this vital role, you will serve as a clinical leader, coordinating daily operations, supervising nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. Your expertise will help foster a compassionate environment where patients receive personalized, high-quality care. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with complex health needs, including those with developmental disabilities, memory care requirements, and acute or chronic conditions. Join us to lead with passion and professionalism in a dynamic healthcare environment!

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily nursing operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Supervise and support nursing staff, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on delivering outstanding patient care.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and detailed medical histories.
• Administer medications and treatments such as IV infusions, injections, catheter care, and tube feedings following strict safety guidelines.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care plans, including discharge planning, case management, and documentation in electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain strict confidentiality of all medical records and patient information.
• Participate in emergency response procedures such as airway management, first aid, and acute pain management for critical cases.
• Assist with diagnostic evaluations including specimen collection/processing and medical imaging when necessary.
• Support quality improvement initiatives by maintaining accurate medical documentation and participating in audits related to ICD coding (ICD-9/10) and CPT coding standards.
• Lead infection control practices and ensure adherence to long-term care regulations across skilled nursing facilities or assisted living environments.

Skills

• Proven experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia care (including Alzheimer’s), memory care, or behavioral health needs.
• Strong background in various healthcare settings such as hospitals (including ICU, trauma centers), long-term care facilities, hospice, outpatient clinics, or home & community care.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation and patient management.
• Expertise in critical care procedures including ventilator management, airway management, catheterization, phlebotomy, and sterile techniques.
• Knowledge of ICD-9/10 coding standards for accurate medical records documentation; familiarity with CPT coding is a plus.
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments involving physiology knowledge and diagnostic evaluation skills.
• Excellent caregiver communication skills to effectively coordinate with patients’ families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working with geriatric populations or individuals with complex health conditions such as infectious diseases or post-acute care needs.
• Certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are highly desirable.
• Familiarity with hospital medicine practices including emergency medicine protocols and Level I & II trauma center procedures enhances your capability to excel in this role.

Join us as a Charge LPN/RN where your leadership will empower our team to deliver compassionate care while advancing your professional growth in a vibrant healthcare setting!

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 32.0 per week

Application Question(s):

• Do you have an active Nebraska LPN or RN license?

Ability to Commute:

• Adams, NE 68301 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $35