Charge Nurse - ACUTE (Part Time)
About The Position
As leaders in children’s mental health and wellness, St. Louis Children’s and KVC Health Systems Youth Mental Health Care have partnered to create one of the nation’s most innovative and transformative youth mental health and wellness campuses. The partnership includes a 77-bed acute care hospital and outpatient programs. Located on the KVC Missouri Children’s Mental Wellness Campus conveniently located in Webster Groves, Missouri, the peaceful environment and broad continuum of care allow children and families to access the appropriate level of treatment throughout their healing experience. The new campus is slated to open in late 2026. Join us and be a part of this journey of healing and hope for thousands of children and teens.
Requirements
- Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
- Licensed as a Registered nursing in the State of Missouri.
- Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- ANCC Certification for Psychiatric Nursing preferred.
- Previous charge nurse or leadership experience.
- Pediatric behavioral health experience.
- Experience utilizing electronic medical administration records and health records.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and coordinates patient care activities on assigned shift.
- Directs licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel.
- Participates in staff development and evaluation of staff on assigned shift.
- Assists in direct patient care.
- Represents management and administration in their absence.
- Monitors various aspects of program safety and oversees crisis response when needed.
- Plans, organizes and directs licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel assuring adequate staff-patient ratios.
- Coordinates services with providers, patients, families, ancillary departments, medical staff and other providers.
- Maintains responsibility, authority and accountability for program activities while on shift.
- Supports program philosophies and decisions.
- Keeps management informed of activities and events while on shift.
- Provides input on employee performance appraisals, orientation and education.
- Demonstrates thorough, concise and timely documentation and communication of pertinent information to appropriate persons while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Provides all aspects of patient care in a manner that optimizes patient safety and reduces risk.
- Develops and maintains professional and clinical skills.
- Participates in program meetings and committees as required.
- Performs additional duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Flexibility
- Wellbeing
- Learning
- Inclusion
- Recognition
- Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
