Night Shift RN — Behavioral Health (Temporary)

Prime Healthcare; Bristol Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Bucks Hospital, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Registered Nurse for night shifts in Bristol, PA. The role involves treating patients, educating families, and providing emotional support while coordinating with the behavioral health team.

Responsibilities include recording histories, assisting in diagnostics, and administering medications. A current RN license and BLS are required for this temporary position.

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

• Provide patient care, education, and emotional support.
• Record medical histories and monitor symptoms and treatment responses.
• Administer medications and supervise patient follow-up and rehabilitation.
• Educate patients and families about illness, treatment plans, and self-care.

Skills

Registered Nurse

BLS Certification

Mental Health Laws knowledge

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Behavioral health care understanding

Job description

Lower Bucks Hospital, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Registered Nurse for night shifts in Bristol, PA. The role involves treating patients, educating families, and providing emotional support while coordinating with the behavioral health team.

Responsibilities include recording histories, assisting in diagnostics, and administering medications. A current RN license and BLS are required for this temporary position.