Behavioral Health RN: Crisis Care & Team Leadership

SUN Behavioral Health; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Health is seeking an RN to provide comprehensive nursing care in a behavioral health setting. The role covers assessments, medication administration, and plan-of-care development to support patient recovery.

The position requires an Associate degree in nursing, active RN license, CPR certification, and ideally 1 year in behavioral health. Strong teamwork and adherence to SUN policies ensure patient safety and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing and active RN license in the state of employment.
• CPR certification and hospital de-escalation training completed.
• Preferred one year of experience in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift team, assign tasks, and communicate clearly for safe patient care.
• Perform admissions and daily nursing assessments; monitor medical conditions.
• Administer medications safely and document accordingly; review CPOE as required.
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists and other departments on care plans.
• Maintain a therapeutic milieu focused on safety and quality of care.
• Document in the EMR and follow SUN policies for all patient interactions.

Skills

Nursing care

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in nursing

RN license

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

SUN Behavioral Health is seeking an RN to provide comprehensive nursing care in a behavioral health setting. The role covers assessments, medication administration, and plan-of-care development to support patient recovery.

The position requires an Associate degree in nursing, active RN license, CPR certification, and ideally 1 year in behavioral health. Strong teamwork and adherence to SUN policies ensure patient safety and high-quality care.