Charge Nurse (RN or LPN)



Length of Assignment: 13 + weeks



Shift Schedule Requirement: 

• 36-40 hours/week


• 6p-6:30a and/or 10p-6:30a


• Two weekends on/one off, two on, etc. 

• This position is responsible to perform the following according to location standards, procedures and individualized resident care plans.

• Assists with formulating a plan of care for residents in pertinent area. Provides nursing care to residents according to physician orders and regulations.


• Updates plan of care when needed. Observes and documents observations and care given to residents. Uses the EMR accurately.


• Assures physicians are notified and orders are processed. Receives and shares information; observes and reports residents’ conditions.


• Responds promptly to resident call lights. Directs and assists with resident, family/significant other education.


• Notifies family on condition changes etc.


• Handles linens properly and disposes of soiled linens, clothing or supplies in adherence to regulations and guidelines.


• Uses standard precautions by using personal protective equipment and observes transmission guidelines, washes hands between resident cares.


• Reports / assures timely follow up of signs / symptoms of resident infections.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.


• Prior work experience in like or related position may be helpful.


• Licensure for state of practice is required.


• BLS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will operate/activate/use/prepare/inspect/place/detect/position objects, tools, or controls.


• The employee will frequently communicate/express oneself/exchange/observe/assess/detect information relative to this position.


• The employee is required to maintain a stationary position/move/position self in response to job tasks.


• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Frequency of travel may vary based on business


• need.