Job Description
Job description:
Job Title: Charge Nurse
Location: St. Louis, MO
Salary: $28.00 – $35.00/hour
Job Type: Per-Diem
Welcome to Mercy, where the mission meets you.
About Us:
At the Sisters of Mercy, we provide compassionate, mission-driven care in an environment rooted in dignity and respect. Our Charge Nurses play a key role in ensuring our Sisters receive exceptional clinical care while supporting our caregiving team.
Job Summary:
The LPN Charge Nurse is responsible for implementing the plan of care for each Sister, providing high-quality clinical services, and supervising CNAs, NAs, and HHAs on duty. This role requires leadership, clinical expertise, and a compassionate approach to care.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide person-centered care focused on wellness, comfort, and dignity.
Administer medications and treatments according to professional nursing standards and departmental policies.
Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and condition changes.
Supervise, delegate, and educate CNAs, NAs, and HHAs to ensure thorough and compassionate care.
Assist Sisters with daily living activities including dressing, bathing, grooming, ambulation, and meals.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, infection control, and end-of-life care practices.
Coordinate and accompany Sisters to medical appointments and therapies.
Maintain accurate documentation and communicate updates to the Clinical Manager.
Participate in staff orientation, training, and continuing education.
Support Activities and Enrichment programming for Sisters.
Qualifications:
Required:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with valid state license.
2+ years of experience in nursing, preferably with geriatric or dementia care.
Experience supervising or delegating care to others.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Preferred:
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Experience in healthcare or residential care settings.
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 lbs.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Use of proper body mechanics and safety equipment for resident care.
Why Join Us:
This is an opportunity to provide meaningful care in a mission-driven environment while leading a team of dedicated caregivers.
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