Charge Nurse New

This position appears to be for a Nursing Supervisor or Nursing Manager within a long-term care facility. The role involves overseeing the day-to-day functions of the nursing department, ensuring that the highest standards of care are maintained for residents. Below is a summary of key points from the job description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Oversight: Help plan, develop, and organize nursing services, ensuring they meet federal, state, and local standards.
• Policy Development: Participate in creating and updating nursing procedures and policies.
• Resident Care: Resolve issues related to resident care, including family concerns, and make nursing assessments.
• Quality Assurance: Assist in developing and implementing the quality assurance program for nursing services.
• Administrative Duties: Perform administrative tasks such as completing forms, reports, and evaluations.
• Supervisory Role: Oversee nursing staff to ensure they meet acceptable standards of care. Make rounds to ensure proper procedures are being followed.
• Care Plans: Develop and implement individualized care plans for residents, working closely with other healthcare professionals.
• Training and Education: Assist with in-service training programs for staff and provide health education to residents and families.
• Emergency Support: Be ready to provide general nursing duties during emergencies or staffing shortages.
• Budgeting and Resource Management: Assist in the preparation of the nursing department’s budget.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Leadership and Decision Making: Ability to lead the nursing team, make independent decisions, and handle constructive criticism.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to interact with personnel, families, residents, and visitors.
• Problem Solving: Ability to handle practical issues with limited standardization and interpret various forms of instruction.
• Physical Ability: Able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and perform tasks that require sitting, standing, and walking.

Education & Experience:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing school with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Licensing: Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
• Experience: 1-3 years of supervisory experience in a nursing role preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and familiarity with PCC (PointClickCare) preferred.