Night Shift RN - Pediatric Behavioral Health (Child & Adolescent)

Prime Healthcare Services; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a registered nurse for a full-time night shift in the Psych Child/Teen department. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, administering medications, and supporting families with education and care plans.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, therapeutic group involvement, and coordination with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality behavioral health care around the clock.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid State RN license.
• BLS certification required at hire and maintained.
• Knowledge of mental health laws and practice standards.
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary treatment team processes in behavioral health.
• Understanding of the continuum of care in behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care duties including assessment, treatment, and follow-up for behavioral health patients.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and self-management.
• Administer medications and monitor responses; operate related medical equipment.
• Provide clinical support, crisis intervention, and help run therapeutic groups.
• Document patient history, symptoms, and care plans accurately.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Mental health laws

Behavioral health

Interdisciplinary team

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is seeking a registered nurse for a full-time night shift in the Psych Child/Teen department. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, administering medications, and supporting families with education and care plans.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, therapeutic group involvement, and coordination with an interdisciplinary team to ensure quality behavioral health care around the clock.