Charge Nurse (RN) - 2nd Shift

Gateway Foundation; Lake Villa (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer 3

Paid time off

Job summary

Gateway Foundation in Lake Villa, IL, is hiring a Charge Nurse to lead nursing staff on the 2nd shift. You will coordinate client care, delegate tasks, monitor plans of care, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes training, performance evaluation, and quality improvement within psychiatric and substance-use services. The ideal candidate holds an RN license, an associate degree as a minimum, and 3–5 years of nursing experience with supervisory exposure.

Qualifications

• Associate degree is required. Bachelor degree in Nursing or health related field preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse license as required by the State
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible nursing experience, preferably including some supervisory experience and at least 1 year in psychiatric and/or substance abuse field
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing theories and concepts to plan, evaluate and manage an effective nursing program
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Strong communication, organizational and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Distributes workflow in the department and delegates assignments to nursing staff.
• Coordinates client care and implements treatment plans with nursing staff.
• Monitors client plans of care and evaluates conditions for safety and care adjustments.
• Reviews client records and ensures compliance with regulations.
• Trains and evaluates nursing staff performance and provides competency development.
• Contributes to procedures for client care quality and improvement.
• Provides patient/family education and discharge instructions.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff coordination

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or health related field

Tools

EMAR system

Job description

Who is Gateway Foundation?

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non‑profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, Gateway provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives. Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, the organization is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and maintaining high standards.

Why join us?

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 have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, all while 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

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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
  • provides 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
• A caring and sympathetic demeanor

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 (based on experience and credentials)

• Range begins at $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
• Gateway Foundation conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

Benefits at Gateway Foundation

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 Gateway
• 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

Gateway Foundation 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.