Pediatric Charge Nurse, Night Shift $5,000 Sign on bonus!
About The Position
The Charge Nurse (RN) at Children's Mercy + Camber Mental Health in Olathe, Kansas, oversees and coordinates patient care during the assigned night shift. The nurse directs licensed and non-licensed nursing personnel, supports staff development and performance evaluation, and helps maintain a high standard of care. As the on-site leader when management is absent, the Charge Nurse supports crisis response and helps ensure a safe, structured, therapeutic environment for children and adolescents receiving psychiatric care. The role also provides direct patient care and models best practices. The position requires an associate degree in Nursing, an active Kansas RN license, a valid driver's license and auto insurance, and at least two years of RN experience. A BSN is preferred, along with previous charge nurse or leadership experience, pediatric behavioral health experience, and familiarity with electronic medication administration records and electronic health records. The role is full-time, night shift, and includes eligibility for weekend, evening, and preceptor differentials. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered to new employees, paid in three installments.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing.
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Kansas.
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
- Minimum of two years of RN experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Previous charge nurse or leadership experience.
- Pediatric behavioral health experience.
- Experience with electronic medication administration records (eMAR) and electronic health records (EHR).
Responsibilities
- Lead, organize, and direct nursing staff to ensure appropriate staffing ratios and high-quality care.
- Coordinate services with providers, patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Act as the on-shift leader and maintain accountability for program operations.
- Monitor program safety and lead crisis response when needed.
- Support staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
- Maintain clear, timely, and confidential documentation and communication.
- Provide direct patient care while modeling best practices.
- Participate in staff meetings, committees, and ongoing program development.
- Keep leadership informed of shift activities, concerns, and outcomes.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for new employees, paid in three installments.
- Competitive pay with shift differentials.
- Medical insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Free dental insurance for employees.
- 403(b) with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000.
- Free Employee Assistance Program for therapeutic, legal, and financial services.
- Personalized work-life resources.
- Talent development programs and professional growth opportunities.
- Wellness benefits.
- Weekend differential of $2 per hour, evening differential of $3 per hour, and preceptor differential of $2 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
