Behavioral Intervention and Emergency Response Team RN

Allina Health; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement or CME

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Behavioral Intervention and Emergency Response Team Registered Nurse (BIERT-RN) in Fridley, MN. The BIERT-RN delivers specialized behavioral health support across the hospital, focusing on prevention, assessment, and management of behavioral crises, and works with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and safety.

Responsibilities include proactive rounding, risk assessments, de-escalation interventions, and follow-up.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of 3 years RN experience in an acute care setting, with 1-3 years mental health nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical consultation and support for patients with behavioral health, psychosocial, or safety concerns.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient safety plans and therapeutic outcomes.
• Performs proactive rounding, assessment, and intervention for at-risk patients.
• Responds to behavioral emergencies and de-escalation events with specialized expertise.
• Coaches and debriefs caregivers, sharing best-practice recommendations for behavioral health management.
• Participates in workplace safety, violence prevention, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collects and reports program outcomes to support continuous improvement.
• Contributes to program development and staff education within the organization.

Skills

Behavioral health focus

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Vocational nursing degree

Job description

Location Address:

550 Osborne Rd NEFridley, MN 55432-2718

Date Posted:

November 04, 2026

Posting Expiration Date:

November 12, 2026

Department:

38023820 Unity Nursing Float Pool

Shift:

Day/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

12 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

36

Union Contract:

MNA-13-Unity RN-RUY

Weekend Rotation:

Every 3rd

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

Tier 1 - 3 years of RN experience in an acute care setting, with minimum of 3 years Mental Health Nursing Experience within the last 3 years

Tier 2 - 3 years of RN experience in an acute care setting, with minimum of 2 years Mental Health Nursing Experience within the last 3 years

Tier 3 - 3 years of RN experience in an acute care setting, with minimum of 1 year Mental Health Nursing Experience within the last 3 years

• .9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
• 12-hour day/night shift
• Every 3rd weekend rotation

Job Description:

The Behavioral Intervention and Emergency Response Team Registered Nurse (BIERT-RN) provides specialized behavioral health support across the hospital, focusing on the prevention, assessment, and management of behavioral crises. Working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, the BIERT-RN conducts proactive patient rounding, behavioral risk assessments, care planning, de-escalation interventions, emergency behavioral responses, and post-event follow-up. It combines behavioral intervention and rapid response expertise to enhance patient outcomes, promote a safe care environment, reduce workplace violence, and support caregivers in managing complex behavioral health needs. The BIERT-RN serves as a clinical resource, patient advocate, and leader in advancing innovative, whole-person behavioral health care throughout the organization.

Principle Responsibilities

• Provides clinical consultation and support for patients exhibiting behavioral health, psychosocial, or safety-related concerns.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized plans of care that promote patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.
• Performs proactive rounding, assessment, and intervention for patients identified as being at risk for behavioral escalation or complex behavioral health needs.
• Responds to behavioral emergencies, de-escalation events, and other situations requiring specialized clinical expertise.
• Supports caregivers through coaching, education, debriefing, and best-practice recommendations related to behavioral health management.
• Participates in initiatives focused on workplace safety, violence prevention, patient experience, quality improvement, and high reliability
• Collects, analyzes, and reports on program outcomes and performance metrics to support continuous improvement.
• Contributes to program development, staff education, and strategic initiatives that support evolving patient and organizational needs
• Serves as a resource for evidence-based behavioral health practices, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Vocational degree in Nursing
• Minimum of 3 years RN experience in an acute care setting, with 1-3 years of recent mental health nursing experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required if working in state of MN upon hire
• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
  Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
• RN-BC Mental Health preferred
• RN-BC Gerontology preferred

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $44.64 to $74.33 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.