Night Shift Pediatric Nurse Leader & Mentor

Shodair-Children; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

6% employer-paid 403(b) contribution

Job summary

Shodair Children’s Hospital is seeking a Night Shift Assistant Nurse Manager to lead and mentor nursing staff, ensuring safe, trauma-informed care. This role works with the Nurse Manager and acts as unit leader when needed, stepping in for direct care and maintaining compliance.

Required RN license (Montana/Compact), CPR, and leadership experience in pediatric mental health. BSN preferred; 2+ years in MH setting preferred. Excellent communication and crisis management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• RN with current Montana or Compact state license (BSN preferred).
• CPR required; CPI/APS certification within 2 months of hire.
• At least 2 years experience with children/adolescents in a mental health setting preferred.
• Leadership, team lead, or charge nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily nursing operations, staffing, and unit flow.
• Provide real-time coaching, mentoring, and clinical supervision to staff.
• Lead de-escalation efforts and respond to crises.
• Ensure documentation, compliance, and quality standards are met.
• Assist with onboarding and training new hires.
• Act as unit leader in the absence of the Nurse Manager.
• Provide direct patient care when required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Crisis management

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

RN license MT/Compact

BSN preferred

Job description

Shodair Children’s Hospital is seeking a Night Shift Assistant Nurse Manager to lead and mentor nursing staff, ensuring safe, trauma-informed care. This role works with the Nurse Manager and acts as unit leader when needed, stepping in for direct care and maintaining compliance.

Required RN license (Montana/Compact), CPR, and leadership experience in pediatric mental health. BSN preferred; 2+ years in MH setting preferred. Excellent communication and crisis management skills are essential.