Charge Nurse

Job Description Per-Diem - Licensed Practical Charge Nurse

Mercy Convent, home to the Sisters of Mercy, is seeking a compassionate and dependable LPN Charge Nurse to join our team. This position provides hands‑on care and support to elderly retired Sisters who live in our convent community on an as‑needed basis. These women are part of a vibrant, faith‑filled community, not a nursing home, and the work is centered on compassion, dignity, and teamwork.

• Provide direct nursing care per care plan and physician orders
• Supervise and support caregivers during assigned shifts
• Complete assessments, vitals, documentation, and medication administration
• Respond promptly to Sisters’ needs and any changes in condition
• Maintain a safe, clean environment; follow all safety and infection‑control protocols
• Communicate clearly with the Manager, team members, and Sisters
• Assist with admissions, transfers, incident reporting, and chart updates

• Active LPN license
• BLS certification
• 2 years of nursing experience
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership abilities
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 75 lbs and meet general physical demands
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Meaningful work serving the Sisters of Mercy
• Supportive, mission‑centered environment
• Free parking
• Free lunch while working