Charge Nurse

Charge Nurse

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Base pay range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Salary/Hourly Wage: $43.00 - $47.00/hour with a Retention Bonus of $12,000.

Position:
Charge Nurse — Full‑Time;
Non‑Exempt

Shift: 7:00 pm - 7:30 am – Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & every other Wednesday

Work Location:

Crisis - Peoria Recovery Response Center - Peoria, AZ

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse;
  Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Valid and current state‑specific Nursing license (Compact licensure preferred).
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting.

The Charge Nurse oversees medical, psychiatric, substance abuse and nursing care of individuals served. The Charge Nurse also supervises unit staff in clinical matters including Registered Nurses, Behavioral Health Technicians, Peer Support Specialists and Milieu Specialists.

• Guest Care & Advocacy
  • Ensures completion of designated assessments of all individuals brought to the facility; develops plans and recovery solutions in partnership with the individual.
  • Supervises special diet requirements as needed.
• Team Leadership
  • Supervises the nursing services for the designated shift, including patient assignments and safety in the facility.
  • Provides nursing treatment and monitoring.
• Compliance & Risk Management
  • Assists leadership in ensuring nursing care meets licensing regulations and accreditation standards.
  • Maintains medical and nursing supplies and equipment, monitors safety and effectiveness of equipment.
  • Administers medication as required by protocol.
  • Initiates and ensures appropriate response to all medical emergencies in accordance with medical protocol and policy.
  • Completes clinical documentation as required.
  • Keeps abreast of all federal and state regulations, laws and Recovery Innovations policies.
  • Adheres to Recovery Innovations compliance standards as outlined in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policies.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Provides treatment and makes dispositions and referrals in consultation with the team.
  • Coordinates relationship with outside medical and nursing support services including pharmacy and laboratory services.
• Additional Duties
  • Performs other related duties assigned.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive health, dental and vision insurance, access to mental health resources, wellness programs, a strong retirement plan with company matching, generous paid time off, and ongoing opportunities for professional development and training.

• Education / Licenses
  • Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse;
    Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
  • Valid and current state‑specific Nursing license (Compact licensure preferred).
• Experience
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting.
• Skills
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Problem solving.
  • Effective communication (verbal and written).
  • Effective listening skills.
  • Excellent documentation skills.
  • Must pass de‑escalation training as defined by state requirements.
• Driving Requirements
  • Must meet all requirements of Recovery Innovations’ driving policy if driving is required.
  • Non‑driver attestation form if not qualified to drive as per policy.
• Miscellaneous Requirements
  • Travel may be required based on business need.
  • Must be at least 18 years old unless a state permits a different minimum age.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism (HIPAA).
  • Complete and meet all requirements of the comprehensive credentialing process if applicable.
  • We are a Second‑Chance Employer.
    • Pass a seven‑year background check.
    • Pass substance abuse testing and/or tuberculosis testing (if applicable).
    • Pass education verification check.
    • Obtain designated fingerprinting clearance in applicable states.
    • Pass three‑year motor vehicle report if driving is required.

May include work close to the eyes and substantial wrist, hand, and finger motion. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, handling, finger dexterity, eye‑hand‑foot coordination, use of…