Behavioral Health RN — Lead Care, 3x12 Day Shift

Mesa Springs; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & life insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement

Well-being programs

Career development

Job summary

Mesa Springs in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our behavioral health team. You will provide compassionate patient care on a 3x12 shift schedule (7a–7p), assess patients, plan care, and supervise the unit to ensure safety and quality outcomes.

You will adhere to hospital policies, document care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the care team. A current RN license and CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days are required for hire.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing required.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
• Current RN license as required by state regulations.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient and plan care within set timeframes and document findings.
• Oversee and supervise the shift.
• Demonstrates leadership by delegating tasks and supervising groups.
• Ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and quality care.
• Monitor patient for changes and notify physician as needed.
• Administer medications per hospital policy.
• Treat patients with empathy, dignity, and respect.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Documentation

Nursing assessment

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Job description

Mesa Springs in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our behavioral health team. You will provide compassionate patient care on a 3x12 shift schedule (7a–7p), assess patients, plan care, and supervise the unit to ensure safety and quality outcomes.

You will adhere to hospital policies, document care plans, and collaborate with physicians and the care team. A current RN license and CPR/de-escalation certification within 30 days are required for hire.