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Charge Nurse

State of Indiana • Madison, IN • 20h ago

Charge Nurse

Date Posted: Oct 30, 2025

Requisition ID: 467691

Location:

Madison, IN, US, 47250

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Madison State Hospital :

Madison State Hospital is located in a rural area overlooking the Ohio River and has served the citizens of Indiana for over a century, opening its door to patients in 1910. As part of the Indiana State Psychiatric Hospital Network, our staff offer comprehensive treatment programs utilizing a Trauma Informed Care approach. Patients admitted for treatment can participate in individual therapy, medication therapy, family therapy, psycho-educational groups, rehabilitation therapies, chaplain services, co-occurring programming, as well as employment opportunities. Unit-based programming is augmented with campus-wide specialty groups. MSH has been a state leader in evidenced-based medication prescribing to both reduce the risks associated with polypharmacy and optimize clinical outcomes. The hospital clinical and medical leadership collaborate with the unit treatment teams to provide the most contemporary and comprehensive care possible.

Salary Statement :

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $71,500.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients.

Make patient care assignments and assist in creating treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.

Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of the patients' physical and psychosocial status from admission to discharge.

Direct support staff to coordinate the workflow on the unit and communicate problems to the Charge Nurse Supervisor.

Administer medications and treatments according to hospital policies and procedures.

Develop and implement nursing care plans for nursing diagnosis or treatment plan changes.

Complete medication administration supervision monitors and clinical observation notes for support staff.

Completes required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms and other records.

Educate patients and family members regarding medication, procedures and treatment goals and objectives.

Repond and intervene to emergency situations and agitated patients.

Provide orientation and support to staff and to the unit.

Responsible for ensuring the proper safety and infection control standards are met for the unit.

Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:

Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited college.

License to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse.

Must hold and maintain a CPR.

Must stay current with behavioral intervention training.

Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn other programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.

Good interpersonal skills, good verbal, and written communication skills.

Ability to understand and apply medical and facility terminology.

Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.

Ability to serve as a patient advocate.

Knowledge of and the ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.

Additional knowledge and/or ability may be required based on the population the facility serves such as: children, adolescents, geriatrics, etc.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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