Behavioral Health RN — Day Shift

Merit Health Central; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Merit Health Central is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care during day shifts. You will coordinate nursing care, assess patients, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and ensure safety and comfort for patients and families.

Responsibilities include administering medications, performing assessments, documenting care, and participating in quality improvement efforts while adhering to clinical protocols and regulatory

Qualifications

• Clinical nursing skills and patient assessment.
• Safe administration of prescribed medications.
• Educates patients and families on conditions and care.
• Collaborates with physicians and nurses to plan care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care per nursing process and protocols.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and document findings.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures within competency.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans with the team.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN license

Job description

Merit Health Central is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care during day shifts. You will coordinate nursing care, assess patients, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and ensure safety and comfort for patients and families.

Responsibilities include administering medications, performing assessments, documenting care, and participating in quality improvement efforts while adhering to clinical protocols and regulatory