Behavioral Health RN: Night Shift & Crisis Care

RI International; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

RI International in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Registered Nurse to oversee medical, psychiatric, substance abuse and nursing care for individuals served. The RN serves as a clinical liaison until enrollment in services at another community facility.

The role requires RN licensure, at least 1 year in behavioral health, strong documentation, crisis response, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Night shift pool, on-site training included.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse; RN license required.
• Valid and current state RN license; compact licensure preferred.
• Minimum of one year in a behavioral health setting.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications, side effects and interactions.
• Excellent communication, documentation and de-escalation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical, psychiatric, substance abuse and nursing care.
• Serve as clinical liaison until enrollment at another facility.
• Coordinate with public/private health and social services.
• Administer medications per protocol and document accordingly.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide nursing care, monitoring and crisis response.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.

Skills

Nursing care

RN license

Crisis response

Assessment planning

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Trauma-informed care

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

EHR

Job description

RI International in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Registered Nurse to oversee medical, psychiatric, substance abuse and nursing care for individuals served. The RN serves as a clinical liaison until enrollment in services at another community facility.

The role requires RN licensure, at least 1 year in behavioral health, strong documentation, crisis response, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. Night shift pool, on-site training included.