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Charge Nurse RN / LPN

Friendship Retirement Community, Roanoke, VA, United States


Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long‑term care and Alzheimer’s and memory care. As a non‑profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide range of residents including those with limited financial means.

Registered Nurses (RN) & Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
Our staff nurses support the physical and mental health of residents through high‑quality clinical care, accurate documentation, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.

Key Details

FT Sign‑On Bonus: Skilled Nursing Facility $10,000 paid over 40 pay periods; Assisted Living $7,500 paid over 30 pay periods

Available Shifts

FT/ PT 8 or 12‑Hour Shifts: 1st Shift 6:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.; 2nd Shift 2:45 p.m. – 11:15 p.m.; 3rd Shift 10:45 p.m. – 7:45 a.m.; Day Shift 6:45 a.m. – 7:15 p.m.; Night Shift 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 a.m.

PRN Resource Pool
Work flexible hours at all facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Complete timely and accurate electronic health documentation (EHR)

Manage admission, transfer, and discharge documentation

Update and maintain care plans and routine charting per facility policies

Report changes in condition to the Nurse Supervisor

Collaborate with physicians regarding resident care, treatment, and rehabilitation

Review and follow treatment plans, medication orders, diets, and care directives

Ensure adequate medical supplies and equipment are available on each shift

Support the safe operation of all nursing service equipment

Qualifications

Unencumbered RN or LPN license in Virginia (or eligible to sit for boards)

BLS required (ACLS preferred)

Experience in long‑term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation preferred

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift/move 50+ lbs routinely

Full‑Time Employee Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Company‑Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Coverage: additional life, accident, critical illness, short‑term disability

Equal Opportunity Statement
Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic testing results, or military service.

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