Registered Nurse - BHU/FT/Days

This full-time position provides direct care to adult and elderly patients in a behavioral health unit. You will deliver safe, therapeutic nursing care using the nursing process while collaborating with an interdisciplinary treatment team. The role supports the hospital's mission through compassionate patient care and adherence to established standards of practice.

Schedule

• Full-time, 3 shifts per week
• 12-hour shifts
• Weekend availability required
• Paid overtime after 8 hours

Compensation

• Base rate: $41.73 - $61.35 per hour
• Average rate with overtime: $48.69 - $71.57 per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to adult and elderly behavioral health patients
• Conduct patient interviews and assessments to collect data on physical, psychiatric, and psychosocial status
• Establish nursing diagnoses and identify actual and potential patient problems and needs
• Develop, communicate, and update individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team
• Prioritize patient care based on assessment findings and threat to patient safety
• Implement physician orders accurately and timely
• Perform nursing procedures safely and efficiently per policy and procedure
• Provide patient education considering learning needs, barriers, and preferred teaching methods
• Monitor patient behavior and therapeutic milieu safety
• Assist in management of assaultive or escalating patients
• Attend weekly multidisciplinary meetings to update and individualize treatment plans
• Evaluate effectiveness of treatments, procedures, and medications; provide alternative interventions as needed
• Recognize and respond immediately to life-threatening complications
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate customer service excellence using AIDET principles (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you)
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
• Complete required monthly training and competency evaluations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Active RN (Registered Nurse) license
• AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Ability to work under moderate stress
• Ability to handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner
• Critical thinking and strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to follow verbal instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Capacity to work independently and collaborate with team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in an acute psychiatric inpatient setting
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher
• MAB Tier II certification
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and practices

Licenses and Certifications

• RN Registered Nurse (required)
• AHA BLS Basic Life Support (required)
• MAB Tier II (preferred)