Charge Nurse

WV Department of Human Services; West Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Appointment incentive $12,500

Tobacco-free facility

Job summary

Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital is seeking a Charge Nurse to lead a nursing unit on an assigned shift, providing guidance to staff and ensuring high-quality patient care for adults with psychiatric needs. The role requires strong clinical skills, coordination with physicians, and timely response to emergencies.

The position includes responsibilities for overseeing nursing operations, documenting patient changes, and maintaining a safe, compliant unit.

Qualifications

• Current valid West Virginia RN Licensure.
• Three (3) years of full-time equivalent RN experience.
• One (1) year of RN experience may substitute for the required experience for internal applicants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the unit on an assigned shift and act as a resource for staff.
• Provide nursing care to mentally ill patients in an acute care hospital.
• Liaise with physicians and monitor changes in patient condition.
• Administer medications and respond to medical or psychiatric emergencies.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical nursing

Medication administration

Emergency care

Job description

General Description

Appointment Incentive !

• This position qualifies for an appointment incentive of $12,500, to the selected applicant who agrees to work for the facility for a minimum of twelve (12) months**

Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital is searching for a dedicated Charge Nurse to be a part of our amazing team!

At the advanced level, this position serves as a lead nurse on the nursing unit. This position will oversee the unit on an assigned shift and act as a resource and provide guidance and input to other staff. This position may also be involved in making recommendations to the Nurse Manager and Nursing Supervisor regarding specific areas of improvement for the nursing unit. Provides nursing care for mentally ill patients admitted to an acute care hospital. Serves as a liaison with Physicians and reviews the work of licensed and non-licensed staff. Charts changes in mental or physical condition into patient records. Administers medications and alerts others of medical or psychiatric emergencies. Performs related duties as assigned.

This is a tobacco free facility. Chosen applicants must successfully complete a chemical urinalysis and breath analysis drug and alcohol screening test. All employees shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing for probable cause as set forth in Agency and Bureau policies. Must be able to work holidays and weekends. Mandatory overtime is an essential function of this position. Candidate must successfully pass a background screening.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

None.

Licensure/Certifications

Current valid West Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure.

Experience

Three (3) years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience as a Registered Nurse.

Internal Applicants Only

One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience as a Registered Nurse may substitute for the required experience.

About The Organization

Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital, located in Huntington, West Virginia, is a 110-bed psychiatric hospital owned and operated by the West Virginia Department of Health Facilities. Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital provides quality patient care and a safe environment for its patients, who are often committed to the hospital through civil commitment or, in the case of forensic patients, ordered through the judicial syste m. As a training site for future health care professionals, Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital provides on-site learning experiences for educating physicians, nurses, practical nurses, psychologists, counselors, health care administrators, technicians, and supportive services personnel. The hospital holds accreditation by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and is certified by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Through ongoing collaboration with Marshall University’s Department of Behavioral Medicine & Psychiatry, a variety of medical and clinical professionals partner with the hospital’s own staff to work diligently with patients to achieve a smooth transition back to the community after discharge.