Behavioral Health RN (PRN) – Compassionate Care & Growth

Mercy; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Behavioral Health RN for PRN shifts at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO. The role focuses on providing patient care using the nursing process, ensuring patient rights, and coordinating care across departments.

The position supports a multi-disciplinary behavioral health program with emphasis on evaluation, therapy, and relapse prevention in a structured setting.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Current RN license in the hiring state or compact license where duties are performed.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) or within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for assigned patients.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
• Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.

Education

Nursing education (AD/ Diploma/ BSN)

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Behavioral Health RN for PRN shifts at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO. The role focuses on providing patient care using the nursing process, ensuring patient rights, and coordinating care across departments.

The position supports a multi-disciplinary behavioral health program with emphasis on evaluation, therapy, and relapse prevention in a structured setting.