Charge Nurse jobs in Jacksonville, AR

Job Title: Charge Nurse

Overview:

Maple Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced LPN or RN Charge Nurse to join our team. *Hiring for 3PM-11PM*

LPN $22.00-$27.75

RN $29.00-$35.25

extra shift pay for evenings, nights, and weekends

As a Charge Nurse, you will be responsible for overseeing the nursing staff and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. This is a vital role that requires strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to effectively manage a team.

Responsibilities:

- Supervise and coordinate the activities of nursing staff on assigned shifts

- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans

- Provide direct patient care as needed

- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

- Monitor patients' conditions and report any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals

- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes

- Maintain accurate and complete medical records

- Educate patients and their families on healthcare procedures, medications, and self-care techniques

- Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and protocols

- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations

Qualifications:

- Valid nursing license

- Proven experience as a Charge Nurse or in a similar leadership role

- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of best practices in nursing care

- Experience administering injections and performing various medical procedures

- Familiarity with electronic medical record systems (Cerner preferred)

- Specialized knowledge in pediatrics, ophthalmology, or dementia care is a plus

- Understanding of workers compensation laws and regulations

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and make critical decisions in a fast-paced environment

- Compassionate attitude towards patients and their families

If you meet the qualifications for this position and are passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Evening shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Differential pay

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 5x8

License/Certification:

• RN License (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person