Charge Registered Nurse / RN Psych Therapy

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center; Harrison (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair, NJ is seeking a Night Shift Charge Nurse for the Psychiatric Unit to oversee safe, quality nursing care and regulatory compliance while guiding staff.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's Degree in Nursing with an active NJ RN license and BLS certification; 2–3 years of clinical nursing and prior charge or lead experience are preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing; New Jersey RN license active.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of safe, quality nursing care in the psychiatric unit.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and act as resource, role model, mentor and change agent.
• Provide leadership to staff on the night shift.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Associate’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Overview:

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Psych Therapy Service Charge Registered Nurse in Montclair, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about thebenefits offeredfor this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities:

The Charge Nurse—Psychiatric Unit will oversee the delivery of optimal, safe, quality nursing care and regulatory compliance while providing leadership to staff by being an effective resource, role model, mentor, and change agent.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

• An associate’s degree in nursing required.
• Active and current New Jersey Registered Nurse license
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• At least 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience, prior Charge or Lead nursing experience.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.