What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charge Nurse-LPN position at Cheney Golden Age Home?
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Position Purpose:
The primary purpose of the job position of charge nurse is to provide direct nursing care to the residents, and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by Certified Nurse Aides and Certified Medication Aides. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Delegation of Authority
Any and all Charge Nurses are delegated the administrative authority and accountability necessary for carrying out any and all assigned duties which are consistent with the scope of practice including in the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Kansas Board of Nursing.
Supervision:
The Charge Nurse is under the direct supervision of the facility’s Director of Nursing and/or the Assistant Director of Nursing as delegated by the Director of Nursing.