RN - Charge Nurse

Job Title:

Charge Nurse / Nurse Supervisor

Schedule:

PMs 72-80 hours over a two-week period

Reports To:

Director of Nursing (DON)

Job Summary The Charge Nurse is responsible for coordinating resident care through assessments, quality assurance initiatives, and communication with physicians and licensed staff. This role provides leadership and support to nursing staff under the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON), ensuring high-quality, resident-centered care.

Key Responsibilities Resident Care Coordination Review shift reports and communication from the previous 24 hours; identify and follow up on areas of concern

Assess and respond to acute changes in resident condition; notify physician and initiate follow-up assessments

Perform lab draws, monitor results, and ensure proper documentation and follow-up Communicate physician orders and updates to appropriate staff and ensure implementation

Notify residents and families of medication changes, condition updates, and physician communications

Assist with physician/practitioner rounds and transcribe orders accurately

Admissions & Ongoing Assessments Assist with new admissions and onboarding processes

Complete and document:

Skin assessments

Physician and discharge orders

Medication and treatment records

Pain assessments

Side rail/device assessments

Initiate and update care plans

Maintain accurate resident care documentation in electronic charting systems (ECS)
Prepare appointment packets and manage scheduling needs

Clinical Duties Provide IV therapy and assist with treatments

Perform Accu-Checks and administer insulin as needed

Assign and follow up on abnormal vital signs and weight changes

Support resident education and health teaching needs

Quality Assurance & Compliance Assist DON with staff audits and quality assurance projects

Complete incident reports per policy and initiate investigations

Ensure compliance with documentation standards and care protocols

Assist with weekly summary and Medicare charting

Staff Leadership & Support Supervise daily assignments and ensure completion of resident care tasks

Address and resolve staff concerns affecting the work environment

Coordinate staffing coverage, including replacing call-ins Provide guidance and support to nursing staff

Additional Duties Attend care conferences as scheduled

Review calendars for appointments, conferences, and events

Maintain accurate resident care cards and records

Perform other duties as assigned by nursing leadership

Must be currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Wisconsin.

Or has graduated from an accredited program, carries a temporary permit to function as a Graduate Nurse in the State of Wisconsin and is awaiting State Boards Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills

Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred

Excellent communication and leadership abilities

Proficiency with electronic charting systems
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