Registered Nurse (RN) – Older Adult Behavioral Health | Per Diem

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Behavioral Medicine team on a per diem basis. You will provide comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health nursing care to older adults with serious mental illness in a structured, therapeutic inpatient setting. Working in a fully onsite clinical environment at 2101 Belmont Ave, Philadelphia, PA, you will assess patients, implement individualized care plans, supervise behavioral health technicians, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, person-centered care.

Important: All new hires must attend a mandatory 5-day orientation Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM before beginning their per diem schedule. Attendance is required for employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive behavioral health nursing care in accordance with nursing standards and regulations
• Conduct psychiatric and health assessments, screenings, and crisis interventions
• Implement and evaluate individualized care plans based on nursing assessments
• Supervise Behavioral Health Technicians and provide guidance in daily care delivery
• Support group and individual therapeutic interventions
• Document observations, assessments, and interventions accurately in the Electronic Health Record
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to support patient care and outcomes
• Participate in performance improvement and regulatory compliance initiatives
• Maintain infection control standards and proper handling of biohazards
• Serve as charge nurse when designated

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; bachelor's degree preferred
• Current Pennsylvania RN license
• CPR certification
• 3 to 5 years of behavioral health nursing experience
• Meet requirements under Pennsylvania Older Adults Protective Services Act (Act 169)
• Successful completion of orientation and required certifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric or substance use settings
• Bilingual English and Spanish

Schedule

• Per diem, as needed based on staffing needs
• Flexible scheduling
• Fully onsite work

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Physical examination
• Background check
• Verification of employment
• Drug screening
• The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a Drug Free Workplace