Geri Psych RN: Night Shift, $15K Sign-On, Impact

Prime Healthcare

Gadsden (AL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Geriatric Psychiatric RN to join the Riverview Regional Medical Center team in Gadsden, AL. This full-time, night-shift role runs 7:00 PM–7:00 AM with a $4–$8 shift differential and includes a $15,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

The nurse will assess mental health needs, develop care plans, and promote well-being with patients, families, and the care team. The ideal candidate holds current RN license, BLS, and knowledge of mental health laws and

Qualifications

Must have current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse.
Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards.
Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units.
Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care.

Responsibilities

Gauges the behavioral health patients’ psychiatric state and collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to support each patient’s care plan.
Utilizes de-escalation skills and maintains patient safety during restraint, hold or seclusion events; conducts education.
Prepares patient and family for safe discharge and therapeutic continuum of care.
Conducts initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health.
Monitors vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators for changes in patient conditions.
Recognizes and acts on warning signs of deterioration (heart rate, respiratory rate, mental status).
Safely administers prescribed medications (oral, IV, SC, IM) and monitors for adverse effects.
Acts as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare team to meet needs.
Provides patient education on condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery.