Charge Nurse jobs in Frankfort, KY
Charge Nurse plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit or during an assigned shift. Coordinates the activities of the unit and directs, organizes, and assigns work to the nursing staff. Being a Charge Nurse assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary. Additionally, Charge Nurse requires a bachelor's degree. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Charge Nurse supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. To be a Charge Nurse typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Nurse Supervisor
- Frankfort Care and Rehab - Exceptional Living Centers
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Frankfort, KY
FULL_TIME
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Frankfort Care and Rehab IS ADDING TO THEIR TEAM!!NOW HIRING NURSE SUPERVISORThis role would work a med cart as well as supervise as needed.Work today, get paid tomorrow with our New Daily Pay Program!Don't Wait - This is the PLACE TO BE!
- Great Pay
- Health Benefits
- Retirement Options - 401K Match
- Tuition Plans
- Too Many Benefits to list!
SUMMARY: Provides quality nursing services to meet the needs of each resident by performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
LPNs must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Other duties as assigned.- Makes daily rounds on assigned unit at least at beginning and at end of shift to observe, examine, and/or interview residents to verify information from off-going shift, to monitor regulatory compliance and to determine staff assignments. Physically assesses new admissions and residents for changes in condition or as required by regulation.
- Ensures provision of resident care. This includes but is not limited to: developing appropriate and consistent care assignments with modifications, as necessary, monitoring care given and task completion, and providing care by taking/recording vital signs, food intake and output, properly administering medication, and using medical equipment and supplies, as needed.
- Regularly assists with care plans to promote the highest level of resident physical, social and mental well-being. This includes but is not limited to: communicating care plan details, goals and approaches, reviewing compliance, consulting with interdisciplinary team, obtaining input regarding resident conditions, functional abilities, preferences, and alternative approaches to care.
- Ensures proper communication of resident care matters. This includes but is not limited to: timely informing residents, physicians, family/legal representative(s), and/or other proper persons in the event of an accident/incident, injury, change(s) in condition, room or roommate, treatment, or need to transfer or discharge.
- Trains and develops staff by assisting with orientation of new staff and/or temporary employees to unit, observing skills of nursing personnel, identifying learning needs, and maximizing teaching opportunities.
- Maintains proper documentation. This includes but is not limited to: completing required documentation of care and services delivered during shift, assessments, special circumstances, change(s) in condition, and accident/incident reports.
- Reports relevant information to the Director of Nursing/designee including but not limited to interdisciplinary team functioning and communication, regulatory compliance issues, resident risk factors, changes in resident behavior, expressed dissatisfaction by resident or family, refusals of treatment, injuries, staff behavior, staffing needs, equipment and supply needs.
- Participates with Director of Nursing/designee in survey processes. This includes but is not limited to assisting with survey readiness, staff conduct and disclosure, responses to requests for information, and plans of correction and corrective action.
- Provides for employee and resident safety. This includes but is not limited to: monitoring staff for compliance with OSHA, hazard communication, and blood borne pathogens; in cases of workplace exposure, promptly provides first-aide and refers employee to appropriate facility staff member for post-exposure follow-up; participates in fire and disaster drills; and reports incidents and/or injuries to supervisor promptly. In an emergency, carries out assigned duties to assure resident and employee safety.
- Performs quality assessment and assurance functions and ensures that all duties performed comply with the standards established by the quality assessment and assurance program.
- Assists with development and update of policies and procedures to reflect the facility philosophy, professional standards, and legal requirements.
- Carries out responsibilities in compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations, and with facility philosophy, policies, and procedures.
- Maintains and applies current skills and knowledge through continuing education and in-service programs.
- This position requires the ability to read and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; the ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from residents, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community, and the ability to speak, understand and read the English language to the extent necessary to safely and properly care for residents.
- This position requires excellent interpersonal skills with high level of energy and enthusiasm; good verbal and written communication skills; and the ability to organize, document, and implement detailed programs.
- This position requires standing, sitting, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 75 pounds or more, bending, climbing, twisting upper body, walking, running, carrying, listening, talking, use of telephone, and exposure to medical equipment and persons with risk of illness.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directly supervises other nursing personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities per facility policies, practices procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Indirect supervisor of other staff to the extent their duties involve resident care.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Graduate of nursing program. At least one year related experience preferred. Meets state and federal requirements.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Licensed in appropriate state as a Licensed Practical Nurse.#DGHP
- 20 Days Ago
Registered Nurse
- Staff Today Inc.
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Columbia, KY
FULL_TIME
- Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Registered Nurse to work at a facility in Columbia , Kentucky. These are registry positions with our company Health Advocates Network. Pay Rate: $42 - $...
- 21 Days Ago
nurse practitioner
- Abode Care Partners
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Carrollton, KY
FULL_TIME
- Our Company:Abode Care Partners Overview:Are you a licensed nurse practitioner (NP) looking for a new opportunity? We are seeking a compassionate NP to join our team in Carrollton, KY Along with compe...
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nurse practitioner
- Abode Care Partners
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Jonesville, KY
FULL_TIME
- Our Company: Abode Care Partners Overview: Are you a licensed nurse practitioner (NP) looking for a new opportunity? We are seeking a compassionate NP to join our team in Carrollton, KY Along with com...
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Registered Nurse
- Intrepid USA
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Columbia, KY
FULL_TIME
- Overview:Intrepid USA - Our vision makes a difference: We are a top 10 national home healthcare company with an overall 50 year history of excellence driving our future vision forward. We are putting ...
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nurse practitioner
- Abode Care Partners
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Liberty, KY
FULL_TIME
- Our Company: Abode Care Partners Overview: Are you a licensed nurse practitioner (NP) looking for a new opportunity? We are seeking a compassionate NP to join our team in Carrollton, KY Along with com...
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Charge Nurse Operating Room
- Baptist Healthcare System, Inc.
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La Grange, KY
- Job Description: 40 Hours Weekly, Full Time, Dayshift $$ Up to $30,000 EMPLOYMENT BONUS ELIGIBLE $$ The Charge Nurse is ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
CCU Float Nurse - RN
- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
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Frankfort, KY
- Description Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 site...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Float Nurse PRN Med Surg
- Hiring Now!
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Frankfort, KY
- Description Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 site...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
CCU Float Nurse - RN
- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
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Frankfort, KY
- Description Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 site...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
5 South Observation Charge Nurse Full Time Day Shift
- Baptist Health
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Louisville, KY
- Job Description: $$ Sign on bonus available $$ Full time 36 weekly hours, day shift About the Unit: The 5 South Observat...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
CCU Float Nurse - RN
- HCA
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Frankfort, KY
- Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 sites of care an...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Charge Nurse
- Baptist Health
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Lexington, KY
- Job Description: Charge Nurse, Women's Health, Inpatient Oncology, Med-Surge Unit.| $30,000 Sign-on Bonus for eligible c...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Float Nurse PRN Med Surg
- Frankfort Regional Medical Center
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Frankfort, KY
- Description Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 site...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Frankfort, Kentucky
Frankfort is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the seat of Franklin County. It is a home rule-class city in Kentucky; the population was 25,527 at the 2010 census. Located along the Kentucky River, Frankfort is the principal city of the Frankfort, Kentucky Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Franklin and Anderson counties.
Frankfort is located in the (inner) Bluegrass region of Central Kentucky. The city is bisected by the Kentucky River, which makes an s-turn as it passes through the center of town. The river valley widens at this point, which creates fou...
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Income Estimation for Charge Nurse jobs
$83,063 to $99,777
Frankfort, Kentucky area prices
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