Charge Nurse (LPN) 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Augusta, Maine
- Shift
- 12-hour nights
- Hours a week
- 36 hrs a week
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Posted Aug 31
The work and the unit
- Setting
- Long Term Care
- Charge
- Charge shifts are part of the role
Staffing and support
The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.
Schedule and commitments
12-hour nights, 3 shifts · 36 hours
- Shift
- 12-hour nights
- A week
- 3 shifts · 36 hours
- Weekends
- Every other weekend
- Term
- Permanent
Pay and benefits
- Against the board
- Maine nursing median is $44/hrMaine nursing postings that state pay run $32/hr to $62/hr, the middle half $38/hr to $51/hr, across 211 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Pension plan
- Vision insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Do you qualify?
- License
- Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Maine Check your license
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Also asks
- Ability to work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers, residents, families, and supervisors
- Also asks
- Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality
- Also asks
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Also asks
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
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- Also asks
- Basic computer skills
What's around it?
Living costs about 3% below the US average
- Median rent
- $919/mo
- Household income
- $47,979/yr, all local households, not nurse pay
From Census ACS 2024.
About this role
Join Our Care Team
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. This position's home base will be Eagles Landing, our Long-term Care Village.
Position Summary
The Charge Nurse (LPN) is responsible for overseeing the daily clinical operations of the assigned care area and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care. This role provides leadership and support to nursing staff, coordinates care activities, and serves as a key resource for residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team. The Charge Nurse (LPN) ensures compliance with all regulatory standards while promoting a safe, compassionate, and efficient care environment.
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Key Responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Provide direct nursing care to residents in accordance with care plans, policies, and best practices Supervise and support CNAs and other nursing staff on assigned shift Coordinate and delegate assignments to ensure appropriate staffing and workload distribution Monitor resident conditions and respond promptly to changes in status Administer medications and treatments as ordered Communicate effectively with providers, families, and interdisciplinary team members Ensure accurate and timely documentation of care and services provided Promote a safe environment by adhering to infection control and safety protocols Assist with admissions, discharges, and care transitions Address concerns, incidents, and emergencies in a timely and professional manner Support compliance with state and federal regulations and organizational policies Serve as a role model and resource to staff, fostering a positive team environment
Requirements
Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Maine Graduate of an accredited nursing program Ability to work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers, residents, families, and supervisors Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Proficiency in spoken and written English Basic computer skills
Shifts Available
7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. 36 hours per week Every other weekend required
What We Offer
- On-demand access to your earned pay before payday
- Competitive Pay — Based on Experience and Shift
- MainePERS Pension Plan — for your long-term security
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Supportive, Mission-Driven Team Environment
- Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Maine Veterans’ Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Sourced from MAINE Veterans HOMES’ careers page.
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Worth asking
The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?