Adolescent Psychiatric RN - Day/Night Shifts & Sign-On

Covington Behavioral Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital in Covington, LA is seeking full-time Registered Nurses for day shifts to care for adolescents aged 5–11. Earn $34–$42 per hour with $5.00–$6.30 shift differentials on nights/weekends.

Flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, are offered. Qualifications include an RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, CPR and de-escalation/restraint training, and at least one year of nursing experience; psychiatric

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral or substance use nursing experience a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families about health conditions.
• Administer medications and document accurately.
• Demonstrate therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint certification

Education

RN license

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Job description

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital in Covington, LA is seeking full-time Registered Nurses for day shifts to care for adolescents aged 5–11. Earn $34–$42 per hour with $5.00–$6.30 shift differentials on nights/weekends.

Flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, are offered. Qualifications include an RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, CPR and de-escalation/restraint training, and at least one year of nursing experience; psychiatric