Charge Nurse

Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in Morris Plains, NJ is seeking a full-time Charge Nurse to provide medical assistance and guidance to patients with physical and mental health needs. The role involves patient care, maintaining quarters, and supervising the work programs and activities of a staff of nurses delivering care in an assigned area.

The position requires at least one year of RN experience in a hospital or equivalent setting, a valid New Jersey nursing license, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Registered Nurse in New Jersey.
• Minimum of one year of RN experience in a hospital or similar setting.
• Ability to physically lift, move, and position clients as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical assistance and guidance to patients and supervise nursing staff.
• Care for patients and maintain quarters in assigned area.
• Oversee work programs and activities of a nursing team.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

Patient care

Job description

Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital, a part of the New Jersey Department of Health and the Division of Behavioral Health Services, is looking for fulltime registered nurses. The Charge Nurse role provides medical assistance and guidance to the physically and mentally ill. They are responsible for the care and well-being of the patients and the maintenance of quarters and supervises the work programs and activities of a staff of nurses providing care to patients in an assigned area; does related work as required. Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital is a modern 552 bed psychiatric hospital located in Morris Plains, NJ.

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience as a registered nurse in a hospital or other institution, clinic, or medical center.

LICENSE: Must be a Registered nurse in the State of New Jersey. Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

SPECIAL NOTE: Appointee must possess the ability to physically lift, move, and position clients as needed.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

All new hires are expected to attend a mandatory three-week orientation on the day shift.

Drug test is required within 72 hours of offer and must be paid at your own expense.

The State of New Jersey/Division of Behavioral Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.