Charge Nurse

SUMMARY

To provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise the day‑to‑day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. Supervision must comply with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Demonstrates applicable knowledge of policies and procedures related to the Registered Nurse/LPN.
• Demonstrates ability to perform technical skills for the Registered Nurse including the patient's treatment, emergency procedures, as determined by the competency assessment program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.

• High school diploma or GED
• Nebraska Licensure for Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Geriatric Nursing experience preferred.

• Must pass background check, physical, and pre‑employment drug screen.
• Must have valid Nursing License/Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Possess or pass test for CPR. Optional A.C.L.S.
• Must have valid Driver's License, must be insurable.

• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to give direction as well as receive.
• Must possess ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long‑term care.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the program goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, and the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Must be able to relate information concerning residents' condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.

PLEASE NOTE:

P.L. 93‑638, Indian Preference and Tribal Employment rights Ordinance (TERO) will be practiced; however, all qualified applicants will be considered.