NOC Charge Nurse: Psychiatric Unit Leader

River Vista Behavioral Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

River Vista Behavioral Health is seeking a Charge Nurse to provide safe, high-quality nursing care in the psychiatric setting. The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and effective unit operations.

Required qualifications include RN license in California, BSN preferred, CPR, and CPI training. Experience in a psychiatric facility is highly valued, with strong emphasis on documentation and judgment under stress.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• A minimum of three years experience in a psychiatric health-care facility, preferred.
• Licensed to practice by the California State Board of Nursing.
• CPR certification and CPI training; may be obtained during new hire orientation.

Responsibilities

• Document patient information and nursing care in the provision of nursing services.
• Reassess significant changes in patient condition per policy.
• Administer medications accurately and transcribe orders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to execute treatment plans.
• Support communication, reduce unit inconsistencies, and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Leadership

CPI knowledge

Communication skills

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Education

RN license (CA)

BSN preferred

Job description

River Vista Behavioral Health is seeking a Charge Nurse to provide safe, high-quality nursing care in the psychiatric setting. The role emphasizes leadership, teaching, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and effective unit operations.

Required qualifications include RN license in California, BSN preferred, CPR, and CPI training. Experience in a psychiatric facility is highly valued, with strong emphasis on documentation and judgment under stress.