Overnight Charge Nurse | Behavioral Health

Lenape Valley Foundation; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Overnight shift differential

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Lenape Valley Foundation in Doylestown, PA seeks an Overnight Charge Nurse in Behavioral Health to lead the night shift, provide direct patient care, and coordinate clinical activities. This full-time overnight role supports nursing staff, responds to crises, and ensures high-quality, person-centered care in a behavioral health setting.

The position requires an active PA RN license with leadership experience; acute behavioral health expertise is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Pennsylvania RN license.
• Nursing leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Behavioral health, crisis services, or related settings preferred.
• Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role.
• Experience using electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to behavioral health and substance use clients.
• Serve as on-site nursing leader during overnight hours.
• Supervise nursing staff and Psychiatric Technicians.
• Delegate assignments and monitor unit operations for safe care.
• Complete nursing assessments, medication administration, and monitoring.
• Respond to urgent medical and behavioral health events.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Crisis intervention

Electronic health records

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Job description

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Overnight Charge Nurse | Behavioral Health

Bright Path Center Regular Full-Time Bright Path Center, Doylestown, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2250

Join Our Team

Are you a Registered Nurse who enjoys balancing hands‑on patient care with leadership responsibilities? Bright Path Center is seeking an experienced Overnight Charge Registered Nurse to provide direct client care while serving as the nursing leader during overnight operations. This working leadership role is responsible for supporting nursing staff and Psychiatric Technicians, coordinating clinical activities, responding to crises, and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centered care in a behavioral health setting.

This position is a full‑time overnight schedule with rotating weekend coverage and is eligible for overnight shift differential pay.

What We Offer

• DailyPay-gives you the flexibility to access your earnings immediately- on your own schedule!
• Significant shift differential for overnights and weekends!
• Generous PTO Policy
  • 15 PTO Days, 10 Paid Sick Days, 4 Paid Personal Days, 7 Paid Holidays, 5 Paid Conference Days
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education Assistance Program
• Access to student loan management and repayment support

What You Bring

• Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Nursing leadership, charge nurse, or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, crisis services, detoxification, emergency services, or related settings preferred
• Strong assessment, clinical decision‑making, and crisis intervention skills
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire
• Experience using electronic health record systems
• Commitment to providing compassionate, client‑centered care
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role (with or without accommodation)

Your Role

• Provide direct nursing care to individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use disorder services
• Serve as the on‑site nursing leader during overnight hours
• Supervise and support Psychiatric Technicians and nursing staff during assigned shifts
• Delegate assignments and monitor unit operations to ensure safe, effective client care
• Complete nursing assessments, medication administration, and ongoing clinical monitoring
• Respond to urgent medical and behavioral health situations
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, counselors, and other interdisciplinary team members
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and continuity of care planning
• Coach, mentor, and support staff while promoting a positive team environment
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with agency, regulatory, and accreditation standards
• Support a safe, therapeutic, and recovery‑oriented environment for clients and staff

About Lenape Valley Foundation

Since 1958, Lenape Valley Foundation (LVF) has been a trusted non‑profit provider of essential human services in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. Our mission is to partner with individuals facing mental health, substance use, or developmental challenges as they pursue personal goals and improved quality of life. With over 30 programs and a commitment to evidence‑based care, LVF continues to evolve to meet community needs.

Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion

LVF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that respects and celebrates diversity. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and ensure a discrimination and harassment free environment where everyone is treated with dignity.