Charge Nurse

Schedule: 12pm to 8am. 5 nights a week. Rotating Weekends.

Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is committed to improving our patients' quality of life & autonomy through innovative rehabilitative services, and an exceptional level of client-centered care and attention. We are seeking a caring and dedicated Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to be a Charge Nurse in our rapidly growing team at our skilled nursing facility in West Babylon!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain accurate patient records and closely monitor vital signs.

• Lead and support our dedicated nursing staff, providing supervision and assistance.

• Manage daily administrative tasks, including scheduling, assigning duties, and overseeing patient care.

• Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges for seamless transitions.

• Communicate patient status to the Unit Manager.

• Foster a nurturing and collaborative work environment, offering guidance to staff members.

• Provide empathetic support to patients and their families during challenging times.

• Collaborate with doctors and administrators to optimize patient care and outcomes.

• Communicate protocol updates efficiently to ensure smooth operations.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, creating a safe environment for all.

• Keep essential reports up-to-date to maintain operational efficiency.

• Respond swiftly and calmly to any emergencies or issues that arise.

Minimum Qualifications include:

• Currently licensed as Registered Nurse in New York State OR Currently is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in New York State.

• Strong leadership and management skills

• Has knowledge of Federal and State health regulations

• Experience with care plans and strong documentation skills

• BLS Certification

• RN License

Benefits:

• 401K (100% Vested at the end of the year)

• Affordable Health Insurance

• Low cost vision insurance

• Free Dental insurance

• Disability insurance

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off

• Paid training