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LPN/RN Charge Nurse
Job Description
As a Charge Nurse you will work as part of a team ensuring our residents and patients receive the individualized nursing care and assistance they need so they may stay as independent and active as long as possible. You will work towards improving and maintaining their health. You will have an opportunity to gain experience in long-term care, Memory/Dementia care and Skilled care. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) Duties and responsibilities: Provides nursing care to patients as assigned Administers and records medications and treatments as assigned Reinforces, supports and provides health care instructions to patients and their families Participates with other team members in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care and other patient activities Assists in the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients Observes and reports patients' vital signs, symptoms and general condition to the appropriate individual(s) Records on patient charts observation of patient's responses to nursing care rendered Maintains environmental conditions conducive to the comfort and safety of patients Assists with unit management and/or assume charge of unit as assigned. LPN/RN Qualifications LPN or RN Licensure 1 year experience (Preferred) CPR Certified Currently we have: 1 Full time 2nd shift that works M-F 1 Full time 2nd shift that works MWF and every other weekend schedule. 1 Part time 2nd shift Thur Fri and every other weekend 2 Part time 3rd shift openings. Also offer flexible casual/prn employment option. Benefits include Competitive starting wage Higher pay rates for experienced nurses Shift Differential pay Pick Up incentive pay Paid time off for qualifying PT and FT positions On site Cafe and Wellness center Health insurance and Short Term Disability for FT positions Retirement Plan with 5% employer contribution Supportive team environment to bring out the best nurse in you. EOE
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What they do
A Charge Nurse supervises and supports a nursing staff, while also treating a limited number of patients. Evaluates other nurses and acts as an educational resource for nurses. Provides guidance on administering care to new patients or those with special needs and answers questions regarding protocol. Directs admission, discharge and general flow of patients.
$68,014 / year median in Iowa
+6% projected growth