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Charge Nurse (RN)

Americare Senior Living, Chanute, KS, United States


COME JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!
Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living

Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.

Who We Are

Leading senior living and healthcare provider serving multiple states

40+ years of experience in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing

Values-driven culture built on RISING: Respect, Integrity, Servant Heart, Inspire, Nurture, Growth

Nationally recognized workplace and care provider

Why Join Americare

Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care

Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams

Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles

Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety

Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation + bonus opportunities (role dependent)

Daily pay access

Paid time off (PTO)

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support

Free meals during shifts

Recognition programs and career advancement pathways

Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.

Your Role as the Charge Nurse (RN)
Skilled Nursing
Americare Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Charge Nurse (RN) to provide frontline clinical leadership and exceptional resident care within our skilled nursing community.

In this role, you’ll oversee nursing services during assigned shifts, supervise caregiving teams, and ensure residents’ needs are met with professionalism, compassion, and compliance with state, federal, and Americare standards. You’ll serve as a key clinical resource, supporting care delivery and fostering a safe, respectful environment.

Summary
The Charge Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing clinical oversight and supervision of nursing care during assigned shifts to ensure quality outcomes and regulatory compliance.

This role guides nursing staff, administers medications and treatments, completes resident assessments, and serves as a central communicator between residents, families, providers, and leadership.

This Role May Also Be Known As
Charge Nurse (RN), RN Supervisor, Floor Nurse (RN), Shift Supervisor (RN), or Registered Nurse – Charge Role.

What You’ll Do

Oversee nursing services, administration, and clinical supervision during assigned shifts

Ensure compliance with nursing care standards, policies, and procedures

Supervise and guide nursing staff, including LPNs, CNAs, and CMAs

Complete and update resident assessments, care plans, and clinical documentation

Communicate changes in resident condition to families, physicians, and nursing leadership

Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols

Conduct routine rounds to ensure resident needs are being met

Address, document, and report incidents, accidents, and concerns, including suspected abuse or neglect

Ensure appropriate supplies, equipment, and medications are available and communicated to leadership

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote quality care and resident safety

Uphold Americare’s mission, vision, values, and company policies

What You Bring
Licensure / Certification

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required

Experience & Skills

Strong clinical judgment and leadership skills

Familiarity with state and federal nursing regulations

Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or senior living preferred

Commitment

Passion for resident-centered care and team collaboration

Alignment with Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality®, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values

Physical Demands

Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed

Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance 350lbs

Join Our Team
Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful impact by providing hands‑on care and clinical leadership in our Skilled Nursing community.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Interested but not ready to apply?
We understand that timing matters. Our Talent Network offers a simple way to stay connected, receive updates on skilled nursing and clinical leadership opportunities, and explore what’s next — with no pressure to apply.

Join our Talent Network through our LinkedIn page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/americareseniorliving/about/

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