[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Universal Health Services jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Universal Health Services · ADA, Oklahoma # Charge Nurse- Behavioral Health ADA, Oklahoma Full-time Healthcare & Clinical Listed on Universal Health Services’s official careers site. Posted September 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Universal Health Services’s careers site →](https://careers-uhsinc.icims.com/jobs/352545/login) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Universal Health Services](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/) / Charge Nurse- Behavioral Health ## Job description ### 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. For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health, Senior Executive Recruiter at Oscar.Hernandez2@horizonhealth.com Qualifications 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 Physical Requirements: - 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 30, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 98 days - Location: ADA, Oklahoma - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Universal Health Services’s careers site →](https://careers-uhsinc.icims.com/jobs/352545/login) ## More jobs at Universal Health Services ### [Registered Nurse (RN)- Night Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/84d65c8bf7de86a5fece/) ADA, Oklahoma ### [(MSW) CASE MANAGER (Weekends)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/19c8c46b6cd536efb1c0/) LAWRENCEVILLE, Georgia ### [** FLEX RN Hartgrove Behavioral Health - PRN](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/0e3da4dfca656a5cf6ee/) CHICAGO, Illinois ### [***SIGN-ON BONUS $20,000** Clinical Pharmacist FT McAllen](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/a0be477b9e64a1084f7b/) MCALLEN, Texas ### [***SIGN-ON BONUS $20,000** Clinical Pharmacist II FT McAllen](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/2853beeb1182677a4757/) MCALLEN, Texas ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Telepsychiatry Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote in Missouri](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/a0d360eb37a73bb744c1/) UnitedHealth Group · St Louis, Missouri ### [Telepsychiatry Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote in Wisconsin or Iowa](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/2d68fa93f6633e5eb4a1/) UnitedHealth Group · Milwaukee, Wisconsin ### [Behavioral Health Prior Authorization Nurse in Remote, Wisconsin | Nursing at Humana](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/humana/jobs/748f3d9bb74022728f08/) Humana · Remote, Wisconsin ### [Senior Consultant - Behavioral Health](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oracle/jobs/2bbe062f7d7c2f04d376/) Oracle · United States ### [Licensed Behavioral Health UM (RN, SW, Counseling, Psychology)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/humana/jobs/06e83c3d342a7bf7b219/) Humana · Remote, Louisiana OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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