Crisis Care RN — Behavioral Health

Claratel Behavioral Health; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Claratel Behavioral Health seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care to adults in the DeKalb Regional Crisis Center. The RN will participate in psychiatric triage, stabilization, medication management, and crisis interventions within PES/CSU settings.

The role emphasizes trauma‑informed care, documentation, and collaboration with psychiatrists, APRNs, and family support networks. Responsibilities include accurate assessments, detox monitoring, and patient education while following

Qualifications

• Current Georgia RN license.
• Experience in psychiatric/behavioral health or crisis stabilization.
• CPR, First Aid and de‑escalation training.

Responsibilities

• Perform triage and nursing assessments for acute psychiatric crises.
• Administer medications and monitor for effects.
• Provide venipuncture, wound care, and detox monitoring.
• Lead safety and crisis management using trauma-informed care.
• Coordinate with psychiatrists, case managers, and families.
• Document in EHR and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Assessment & critical thinking

Crisis de-escalation

Venipuncture & wound care

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Georgia RN license

Behavioral health crisis experience

Tools

EHR systems

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

Claratel Behavioral Health seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care to adults in the DeKalb Regional Crisis Center. The RN will participate in psychiatric triage, stabilization, medication management, and crisis interventions within PES/CSU settings.

The role emphasizes trauma‑informed care, documentation, and collaboration with psychiatrists, APRNs, and family support networks. Responsibilities include accurate assessments, detox monitoring, and patient education while following