Charge Nurse Supervisor
Date Posted: May 21, 2026
Requisition ID: 477562
Location:
Lafayette, IN, US, 47905
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Veterans' Home:
The Indiana Veterans' Home is located in West Lafayette, Indiana. Originally created to care for veterans of the Civil War, the Indiana Veterans' Home welcomed?its first resident in 1896. Located on 250+ acres in West Lafayette, IVH is a full-service care facility offering a complete array of services for residents.
The mission of the Indiana Veterans' Home is to honor Indiana's veterans and their spouses by providing the highest level of care in a therapeutic home-like environment, enhancing health and yielding optimal quality of life. To do this and meet the unique needs of these heroes and their families, we deliver compassionate and comprehensive skilled care while integrating arts and cultural programming and preserving the rich history of the Home.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $94,718.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
Program Administration Support
Provide administrative and clinical leadership for nursing personnel to ensure consistent and effective care delivery.
Collaborate with leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program goals and objectives to support facility-wide initiatives.
Assist in overseeing the development and implementation of program-specific needs and therapeutic outcomes to meet individual care plans.
Serve on facility committees and make recommendations regarding nursing matters to support organizational goals.
Act as a liaison with other disciplines to communicate and problem-solve individual needs to ensure coordinated care.
Program Management Support
Assist in responding and offering leadership during emergency situations involving individuals and/or staff within the state-operated health care facility to maintain safety and order.
Provide education and training on facility and nursing policies and procedures while monitoring compliance to ensure regulatory standards are met.
Identify problems and implement corrective actions to address individual care and staff issues to improve outcomes.
Ensure routine rounds are conducted for the safety and security of individuals and staff to maintain a therapeutic environment.
Evaluate and monitor individual care and assist in creating treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff to support recovery and wellness.
Talent Development & Performance Management
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities for professional development.
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate employee performance to ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
Ability to mentor, train, and present to a large population.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.
Effective interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to understand and apply medical and facility terminology.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
Ability to serve as a patient advocate.
Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
Additional knowledge and/or ability may be required based on the population the facility serves (e.g., children, adolescents, geriatrics).
Ability to respond to emergency situations and lead staff with professionalism and composure.
Must possess an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
Must posses an active license to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse.
Must hold and maintain CPR certification.
Must stay current with behavioral intervention training.
One (1) year of previous supervisory experience.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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