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Acadia Healthcare; Fayetteville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

FSA/HSA

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Job summary

Vantage Point Behavioral Health in Fayetteville, AR is hiring Full‑Time Day and Night Shift RNs. A $10,000 sign‑on bonus is offered, with a 114‑bed facility serving kids to seniors and a focus on compassionate behavioral health care.

Responsibilities include assessing physical and behavioral health needs, developing care plans, educating patients and families, and coordinating unit activities. Growth opportunities and a supportive team are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license as required by the state of employment.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral/ substance abuse nursing a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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 their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
• Provide nursing care and services within the nursing practice standards and facility policies.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible and transcribed correctly when verbal.
• Monitor patient status and document pertinent information.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status.
• Complete admission and discharge processing accurately.
• Use universal precautions in direct patient care.
• Accurately administer medications and document controlled substances.
• Maintain therapeutic rapport and professional boundaries with patients and staff.
• Coordinate activities of the unit as directed.
• Communicate professionally with patients, visitors, and coworkers.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint certification

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

RN license

One year nursing experience

First aid training (may be required)

Job description

Overview

RN – FT Nights (12s) $10,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Vantage Point Behavioral Health | Fayetteville, AR

Looking for a nursing job where you’re not just clocking in but actually changing lives? Vantage Point Behavioral Health is hiring Full‑Time Day and Night Shift RNs, and yes — the impact is real.

We’re a 114‑bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital serving kids, teens, adults, and seniors. If you care about mental health and want to be part of a team that shows up with purpose, you’ll fit right in.

Why You’ll Want This Job

• Up to $10K sign‑on bonus
• Supportive team energy (no toxic vibes)
• Real career growth — not just a buzzword
• A workplace that values compassion and competence

Benefits That Actually Matter

• Medical, dental, vision
• FSA/HSA options
• Short‑ & long‑term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Financial wellness programs
• 401(k) with company match

Safety First

Every staff member carries a Personal Panic Alarm for instant support — because your safety is non‑negotiable.

Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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 their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
• Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
• Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
• Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
• Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
• Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
• Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
• Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
• Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
• Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
• One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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