Charge Nurse, Mental Health RN - Forensic Care

State-of-Missour; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Health Insurance

Life Insurance (basic)

Cafeteria Plan

Deferred Compensation

MOSERS Retirement

13 paid holidays

10 hours annual leave per month

10 hours sick leave per month

Job summary

Missouri Department of Mental Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the St. Louis area. The role focuses on mental health care, supervision of nursing staff, and coordination with physicians to develop and implement care plans.

The position requires RN licensure in Missouri, with options for leadership and mentoring responsibilities on a 12-hour shift schedule. A strong commitment to patient-centered care is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Nursing from an accredited college or university; current RN license.
• Bachelors in Nursing from an accredited college or university and 1+ year RN experience.
• Associate’s degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing with 2+ years RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing staff and mentor Psychiatric Technicians as charge nurse.
• Conduct nursing assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Lead rounds and coordinate patient care with physicians.
• Ensure compliance with nursing standards and policies.

Skills

Nursing Leadership

Mental Health

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Education

Master’s in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing

Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Diploma

Job description

Missouri Department of Mental Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the St. Louis area. The role focuses on mental health care, supervision of nursing staff, and coordination with physicians to develop and implement care plans.

The position requires RN licensure in Missouri, with options for leadership and mentoring responsibilities on a 12-hour shift schedule. A strong commitment to patient-centered care is essential.