Mental Health RN Lead – Charge Nurse, Day/Night Shifts

Freedom Behavioral; Marksville (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral in Marksville, LA, is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead nursing care in a 60-bed facility for adult psychiatric patients. The role includes coordinating day-to-day patient activities, maintaining care standards, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree, a valid Louisiana RN license, and preferably experience in mental health. Day and night shifts are available.

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing license in the state of Louisiana.
• Minimum one year experience in mental health, preferably with adult dual diagnosis.
• Leadership experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care activities for the unit.
• Maintain professional nursing practice standards.
• Provide direct patient care within RN scope.
• Serve as Charge Nurse, overseeing staff.
• Communicate with the Director of Nursing.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Mental health experience

Leadership

Patient care assessments

Compliance with regulations

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Registered Nursing license in Louisiana

Job description

Freedom Behavioral in Marksville, LA, is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead nursing care in a 60-bed facility for adult psychiatric patients. The role includes coordinating day-to-day patient activities, maintaining care standards, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree, a valid Louisiana RN license, and preferably experience in mental health. Day and night shifts are available.