Behavioral Health RN - Part Time, Growth & Mentorship

Acadia Healthcare; Barling (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley Behavioral Health in Barling, AR is seeking a Part-time Registered Nurse for 12-hour day or night shifts. New grads encouraged to apply and join a hospital that supports children, adolescents, and adults through challenging times.

You will assess patients’ physical and behavioral health needs, develop care plans, maintain records, and collaborate with physicians while receiving strong mentorship and growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in AR or eligible to practice.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral or substance abuse nursing a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families about conditions.
• Ensure physicians' orders are legible and transcribed per policy.
• Assess patient status and document findings diligently.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status.
• Complete admission and discharge processing.
• Maintain therapeutic rapport and professional boundaries with patients.
• Coordinate unit activities as directed.
• Communicate professionally with patients, visitors, and co-workers.

Skills

RN license

CPR certified

De-escalation

Restraint training

Patient care

Education

Registered nurse degree

Job description

Valley Behavioral Health in Barling, AR is seeking a Part-time Registered Nurse for 12-hour day or night shifts. New grads encouraged to apply and join a hospital that supports children, adolescents, and adults through challenging times.

You will assess patients’ physical and behavioral health needs, develop care plans, maintain records, and collaborate with physicians while receiving strong mentorship and growth opportunities in a mission-driven environment.