Charge Nurse (RN) - 2nd Shift

Alpharus Health; Lake Villa (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Alpharus Health is seeking a Charge Nurse (RN) for the 2nd shift in Lake Villa, IL. The role involves coordinating nursing staff, managing flow, and ensuring high-quality patient care within a psychiatric/substance use treatment setting.

The ideal candidate will hold an Illinois RN license, have 3–5 years of nursing experience with supervisory exposure, and be proficient in Microsoft Office and EMAR. Strong organizational and communication skills are required, with a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Associate degree is required; Bachelor degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current RN license to practice in Illinois.
• 3–5 years nursing experience with some supervisory exposure, preferably in psychiatric or substance abuse care.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, standards, and JCAHO requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to quickly and calmly manage emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Distributes work flow, delegates and prioritizes assignments, and assists with shift scheduling.
• Coordinates client care and supervises treatment plan implementation by nursing staff.
• Trains and evaluates nursing staff and supports competency development.
• Reviews client records and ensures compliance with regulations and quality standards.
• Maintains equipment, orders supplies, and handles routine administrative tasks.

Skills

Nursing experience

Supervisory experience

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Emergency management

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EMAR

Job description

Career Opportunities: Charge Nurse (RN) - 2nd Shift (34298)

Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing. Our mission is simple: We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change.

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Location:25480 W. Cedarcrest Lane Lake Villa, IL 60046

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2nd shift from 1:30pm-10:00pm with flex scheduling or weekends as needed.

Charge Nurses are responsible for:

• Distributes work flow in the department, delegates and prioritizes assignments to nursing staff in accordance with their level of training and client’s acuity. Develops and posts shift schedules. Organizes and assists with staff meetings

Coordinates client care and implementation of treatment plans by nursing staff:

• Assists with health screening and assessment of clients’ condition and aids to plan and administer client care
• Checks for completeness and accuracy of patient care plans to ensure adherence to accepted standards
• Evaluates clients’ behavior and / or condition to update / revise plan of care and inform physicians of any changes in clients’ status and medication changes.
• Monitors client plan of care and evaluates clients’ conditons. Detects any issues that could result in injuries or other difficulties for clients or staff members and guides nursing staff through appropriate course of action
• Reviews client records and audits client medical charts, EMAR, physician order transcriptions to ensure contractual and local, state and federal regulations compliance

Trains, develops, monitors, and evaluates performance of nursing staff:

• Participates in staff evaluations reviews
• P rovides input regarding individual employee evaluations, suggests competency review, and advises on training to educate nursing staff
• Utilizes formal and informal venues, including peer consultation, mentorship, preceptor programs, unit conferences, case studies, patient rounds, and in-service programs to educate staff
• Contributes to development and implementation of procedures and processes related to client care. Assists with the establishment of criteria for client care in the quality improvement plan
• Provides patient / family education: explains discharge instructions and hands out appropriate information sheets
• Monitors site medical equipment and inventory, initiates repairs, orders medical supplies and medication
• Performs other duties as assigned, including emphasis on providing a direct client care

Job Requirements:

• Associate degree is required. Bachelor degree in Nursing or health related field preferred
• Current Registered Nurse license as required by the State
• Three to five (3-5) years of progressively responsible nursing experience, preferably including some supervisory experience and at least 1 year of experience in psychiatric and / or substance abuse field
• Comprehensive knowledge of theories, principles and concepts of nursing and nursing principles in order to plan, evaluate, and provide expertise in the development, implementation, and management of an effective nursing program
• Working knowledge of JCAHO requirements and standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• High analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to quickly and accurately assess clients’ conditions
• Ability to efficiently handle emergencies and remain calm in stressful situations

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally.
• Ability to speak in order to conduct training sessions, exchange information, and consult with others
• Ability to record and proofread required information and documentation
• Ability to respond to telephones and pages, and hear speech

Compensation:

• Range is between $34.63 - $53.00 per hour
• Team members in eligible nursing roles working 2nd shift (between 2:00 PM and 12:00 AM CST) receive :
  • An additional $2.00/hour Monday through Friday
  • An additional $4.00/hour on Saturdays and Sundays
• Starting rates are determined based on years of experience, qualifications, and relevant skills.
• Alpharus Health conducts annual performance reviews, with merit increase eligbility determined by employee performance and organizational financial performance.

Benefits at Alpharus:

Health and Wellness:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexibility and Time Off:

• 18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
• 9 paid company holidays
• Work-life-balance

Personal Development:

• Training & Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
• eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
• Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance

Alpharus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here .