Behavioral Health RN - Care Advocate (PRN Days)

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Shift differentials

Job summary

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care in a PRN Days role. The RN coordinates care, administers medications, and supports physicians and the care team with evidence-based practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and adherence to safety and infection control standards. Training and professional development are encouraged to improve patient outcomes in behavioral health settings.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Assist during procedures within competency and scope.
• Educate patients and families on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Maintain infection control and safety protocols.
• Document care thoroughly in the medical record.
• Participate in performance improvement and audits.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient-centered care

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Infection control

Job description

Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care in a PRN Days role. The RN coordinates care, administers medications, and supports physicians and the care team with evidence-based practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and adherence to safety and infection control standards. Training and professional development are encouraged to improve patient outcomes in behavioral health settings.