Behavioral Health Psych Nurse - Casual Rotating

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion

Academic partnership with Medical/*Col

Medical College of Wisconsin-affiliate

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin in Milwaukee seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to join its Behavioral Assessment Team. The role focuses on pediatric behavioral health, patient care, and collaboration with staff to ensure safe, high-quality services.

Requires Wisconsin RN license, current BLS, an Associate’s degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s degree preferred) and 1 year of nursing experience; 2 years preferred. Experience with co-occurring behavioral health conditions is valued.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license issued by the state of Wisconsin.
• Current CPR - BLS certification required.
• Associates degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience; 2 years preferred.
• At least 1 year with patients having co-occurring behavioral health presentations or psychiatric/behavioral health experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct clinical care within the behavioral health realm.
• Serves as a recognized resource for bedside consultation and guidance.
• Assists assessment, clinical management, and crisis prevention.
• Supports regulatory readiness and evidence-based care practices.

Skills

RN license

CPR BLS

Behavioral health experience

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country.

Children’s does not provide inpatient psychiatric treatment, this Behavioral Assessment Team supports our patients, families and staff in the inpatient setting. We have many pediatric patients who are receiving medical care primarily, while also presenting with co-occurring mental health needs that may require additional consideration and planning. Our Behavioral Health nurses respond to support requests, bringing their expertise so that we can be sure to provide the best and safest care for all of our patients and families.

Requirements

• Requires Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Requires current CPR - BLS certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
• Requires at least an Associates degree in Nursing. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Requires at least 1 year of experience in nursing. Prefers at least 2 years of nursing experience.
• Requires 1 year experience with patients having co-occurring behavioral health presentations, or in psychiatric or behavioral health Functions with demonstrated expertise in patient care for mental and behavioral health.

Certifications & Licenses

• Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin

The nurse provides direct clinical care and support within the behavioral health realm. As a recognized resource for consultation to the bedside staff, the nurse assists assessment, clinical management, communication, crisis prevention, regulatory readiness, and evidence-based care practice. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promotes a safe environment. Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.