Charge Nurse - Mental Health Unit Leader

Freedom Behavioral; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral in Louisiana is seeking a full-time Charge Nurse to lead day-to-day patient care on the unit, maintain nursing practice standards, and supervise nursing staff during shifts. You will collaborate with medical staff, complete admissions, document care and assessments, and ensure compliance with policy and infection control guidelines.

The role requires an RN license in good standing and an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, with at least one year of mental health

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing with state board.
• Associates or Bachelors in Nursing required.
• 1+ year of mental health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day patient care on the unit.
• Provide direct patient care within nursing scope.
• Oversee nursing staff during assigned shifts.
• Document admissions, assessments and care timely.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Clinical oversight

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Nursing

Job description

Freedom Behavioral in Louisiana is seeking a full-time Charge Nurse to lead day-to-day patient care on the unit, maintain nursing practice standards, and supervise nursing staff during shifts. You will collaborate with medical staff, complete admissions, document care and assessments, and ensure compliance with policy and infection control guidelines.

The role requires an RN license in good standing and an associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing, with at least one year of mental health