Charge Nurse- Behavioral Health
Listed on 2026-05-16
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
Responsibilities
Charge Nurse- 3 weekends per month- full time day shift
Mercy hospital is seeking an expereinced behavioral health charge nurse to join the team in Ada, OK. The Charge Registered Nurse utilizing theoretical concepts as a basis for decisions in practice will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in accordance with standards of nursing practice.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for psychiatric patients.
- Monitor and document patient progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions.
- Provide patient and family education to support understanding of treatment plans and recovery goals.
- Promote safety by implementing de‑escalation strategies, crisis intervention, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Oversee nursing staff.
This is a Mercy Hospital position- partnered with Horizon Health
Why Mercy?From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
Qualifications- Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
- Active RN license.
- Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
- One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
- CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses)
- OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
- S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
- C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification)
- Other unit specific certifications as required
- Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
- Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
- Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
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