Job Summary
The Charge Nurse plays a vital role in delivering high-quality nursing care, ensuring that residents receive the attention and medication they require. In addition to direct care, this position involves overseeing the nursing assistants and facilitating resident transitions through admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional nursing care to residents.
- Administer medications as per prescribed guidelines.
- Document and maintain accurate resident health records.
- Lead and mentor the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) team.
- Assist with the processes of resident admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Qualifications
- Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
- Demonstrated commitment to addressing the needs of older adults.
- Strong customer service abilities and interpersonal skills.
Misericordia Nursing & provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
