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About the Role:
We are seeking a confident and compassionate Charge Nurseto support the Director of Nursing (DON) in overseeing daily nursing and behavioral health technician (BHT) operations in our behavioral health facility. The position will serve as a resource and provide day to day staff oversight while maintaining an active role in patient care.
Responsibilities:
Support DON in overseeing daily nursing and behavioral health technician operations to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.
Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to nursing staff and BHTs ensuring staff are following policies and procedures.
Assist with daily floor operations, including admissions, discharges, staffing needs, and workflow.
Provide direct nursing care, including assessments, medication administration, and other responsibilities as needed.
Monitor completion and accuracy of rounds, observations, safety checks, and other assigned BHT responsibilities.
Conduct routine chart audits and document reviews for nursing and BHT staff to ensure accuracy and identify documentation deficiencies in coordination with the DON.
Assist with staff orientation and competency.
Collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, clinical leaderships, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
Provide nursing leadership and floor coverage as needed to support daily facility operations.
Qualifications:
Current RN license (required).
Minimum 2–3 years of nursing experience, preferably in behavioral health, psychiatric, or substance use treatment settings.
Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage and motivate staff.
Experience with electronic medical records, chart auditing, and documentation compliance preferred.
Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
Compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to patient-centered care.
Competitive salary
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401k