What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Suites Charge Nurse position at HAZEN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION?
Charge Nurse (Senior Suites Basic Care Facility)
Part-time (24 hours/week) or full-time. Day shift with occasional night, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed.
We are looking for a compassionate nurse to join our team. As a registered nurse at Senior Suites, you will play a vital role in the care of our residents. You will discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect. We focus on how we can deliver the best care possible to our residents.
The charge nurse is a critical thinker, team leader, and team player. The charge nurse is a positive role model and is able to share knowledge freely. Requires knowledge and oversight of basic care licensing regulations. The charge nurse is accountable for delivering care to the resident utilizing the nursing process. Responsible for admission of new residents; overseeing and implementing the resident care plans; establishing communication with residents, families, physicians, other staff; and functioning as a resident advocate.
The charge nurse will be responsible for assisting the Director with the day-to-day operations of the facility including ensuring that staff are trained to perform the duties of their job through orientation and ongoing education; supervision of staff; policy review and implementation; scheduling; and keeping the facility in compliance with federal and state regulations. The charge nurse will assist with overseeing the infection prevention program for Senior Suites.