Inpatient Mental Health RN – EDRP Eligible

Preferra Insurance; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP loan repayment benefits

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in the United States seeks a skilled RN to join the inpatient Mental Health unit. The role emphasizes patient-centered, recovery-oriented care, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and leadership in patient safety and education.

The position includes responsibilities like medication administration, care planning, and participation in psychoeducational groups, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and de-escalation skills.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency is required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN/CCNE).
• Must hold an active RN license in the United States.
• State license must be current and unrestricted.
• Foreign education requires degree equivalency validation when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based nursing care to psychiatric inpatients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care across age groups.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team and family.
• Administer medications per policies and guidelines.
• Engage in patient education, self-management, and safety.
• Participate in shift reports, hand-offs, and psychoeducational groups.

Skills

English proficiency

RN licensure

Nursing degree (ADN/BSN)

MSN degree

State licensure verification

Education

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

BSN

MSN in Nursing

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in the United States seeks a skilled RN to join the inpatient Mental Health unit. The role emphasizes patient-centered, recovery-oriented care, collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, and leadership in patient safety and education.

The position includes responsibilities like medication administration, care planning, and participation in psychoeducational groups, with emphasis on evidence-based practice and de-escalation skills.