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Athena Health Care Systems

RN Charge Nurse

Athena Health Care Systems, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States,


We are hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse to join our dynamic care team at Waterview Villa in East Providence!

7a-3p, 3p-11p, and 11p-7a openings. Weekly pay up to $42 an hour.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, and we aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As an RN Charge Nurse, you will provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by the nursing assistants to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. You are responsible and accountable for carrying out your assigned duties and reporting directly to the Nursing Supervisor.

Experience & Education:

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing or college.

A minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other health care facility is preferable.

Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse.

Must be CPR certified.

Participate in mandatory in-service training as requested.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensures that all residents receive the highest quality of care in a caring and compassionate atmosphere, while promoting positive resident, family, and employee relations.

Provides oversight of CNA performance; ensures that CNAs are performing their assignments/duties in accordance with policies and procedures and standards of practice.

Reviews resident records daily to assure accuracy and completeness.

Maintains accurate awareness of residents on alert list.

Documents comprehensive and complete nursing notes.

Visits each resident daily to evaluate resident needs.

Transcribes and follows physician’s orders promptly and accurately. Renders and/or assists with completing nursing care, treatments, medication administration, dressings, and other physician orders as applicable.

Communicates relevant clinical information to CNAs, Nursing Supervisor & oncoming shift.

Maintains and oversees current Resident Care Plans and CNA Care Cards on all residents under his/her care. Participates in resident care plan meetings.

Maintains an accurate and safe control of all drugs for which he/she is responsible.

Participates in the on-call program for the nursing department as directed by the DNS.

Ensures that CNAs follow established Infection Control Procedures to prevent the spreading of infection.

Completes Accidents and Incidents reports (Reportable events), ensuring that all appropriate notifications, documentation, investigation, reporting, and interventions are complete.

Completes yearly performance evaluations of CNAs as directed by the DNS.

Participates in surveys and inspections by government agencies and implements plans of correction for deficiencies as directed by the DNS.

Monitors and reviews all at-risk residents (I+O’s, weights, restraints, falls, wounds, etc.). Oversees CWC program and ambulation programs as directed. Participates in committees and meetings. Provides input for Quality Improvement in the Nursing department.

Assists Director of Nurses with disciplinary process when assigned.

Other duties deemed appropriate and assigned by your supervisor.

Specific Requirements:

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.

Must possess accurate and comprehensive assessment skills.

Must have knowledge of restorative nursing rehabilitation policies and utilize appropriately.

Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.

Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.

Athena’s Benefits:

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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