Psychiatric Unit Lead & Charge Nurse

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Kansas City is seeking a Behavioral Health & Psychiatric Unit Coordinator. This full-time role involves charge nurse responsibilities, managing staffing and patient care assignments, and mentoring staff. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required, and candidates must secure a Nurse Compact License within 60 days of hiring. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate required.
• ADN prepared nurses must enroll in a BSN degree program.
• Must secure a Nurse Compact License within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides charge nurse responsibilities.
• Manages patient care assignments.
• Assists with staff hiring, education, and performance evaluations.
• Monitors compliance with standards.
• Involvement in unit performance improvement activities.

Skills

Charge nurse responsibilities

Management of staffing

Mentoring

Productivity targets

Compliance standards

Education

Bachelor Degree Nursing

Master Degree Nursing

Professional Nursing Certification

Job description

A major healthcare provider in Kansas City is seeking a Behavioral Health & Psychiatric Unit Coordinator. This full-time role involves charge nurse responsibilities, managing staffing and patient care assignments, and mentoring staff. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required, and candidates must secure a Nurse Compact License within 60 days of hiring. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.