What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charge Nurse LPN or RN position at Monroe Manor Nursing Home?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Charge Nurse to join our healthcare team. The Charge Nurse will play a pivotal role in overseeing nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, and managing daily operations within the unit. This position requires strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to effectively communicate with both patients and team members. The ideal candidate will be proactive in addressing patient needs and fostering a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate nursing staff activities to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
- Conduct thorough medical documentation for all patient interactions and treatments.
- Perform essential nursing procedures including phlebotomize, airway management, and acute pain management.
- Assist in case management by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective care plans.
- Utilize Cerner for electronic health records management and documentation.
- Provide support in advanced procedures such as spinal taps and esthetic laser treatments as needed.
- Ensure compliance with ICD-10 coding standards for accurate medical record keeping.
- Train and mentor new nursing staff, promoting best practices in patient care.
- Monitor patient progress and respond promptly to any changes in condition.
Requirements
- Current nursing license (RN) with relevant experience in a clinical setting.
- Strong knowledge of medical documentation practices and electronic health record systems, particularly Cerner.
- Proficiency in performing nursing skills such as phlebotomize, airway management, acute pain management, spinal taps, and esthetic laser treatment.
- Familiarity with case management principles and ICD-10 coding is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ability to lift patients safely and assist with mobility as required.
Join us in making a difference in our patients' lives while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $26.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $33
