Behavioral Health RN – Day Shift, Full-Time + $10K Sign-On

Prime Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, IL, part of Prime Healthcare, seeks a registered nurse for a full-time behavioral health assignment on days, with rotating weekends and holidays.

The role emphasizes patient education, crisis support, and collaborative care with an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include documenting medical histories, administering medications, guiding recovery plans, and engaging families in care.

Qualifications

• Current State RN license required.
• BLS certification required on hire and maintained.
• Working knowledge of mental health laws and practice standards.
• Experience in inpatient behavioral health settings preferred.
• Understanding interdisciplinary treatment team process.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients and educate about mental and medical conditions.
• Provide emotional support and conduct therapeutic groups.
• Record medical histories and assist with diagnostics.
• Administer medications and coordinate patient follow-up.
• Assist with rehabilitation and family education.

Skills

Effective patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse License (State)

BLS Certification

Knowledge of Mental Health Laws

Job description

St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, IL, part of Prime Healthcare, seeks a registered nurse for a full-time behavioral health assignment on days, with rotating weekends and holidays.

The role emphasizes patient education, crisis support, and collaborative care with an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include documenting medical histories, administering medications, guiding recovery plans, and engaging families in care.