NOC RN - Behavioral Health Care Leader (Weekends)

Avenir Behavioral Health Center; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Avenir Behavioral Health Center is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join the night shift team in an inpatient behavioral health setting. The RN will perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments, monitor patients closely, and lead crisis interventions as needed.

Responsibilities include safe medication administration, shift leadership, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. A BSN is preferred, Arizona RN licensure is required, and CPI/BLS certifications are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Active, unrestricted Arizona RN license.
• Current CPI and BLS certifications (per-facility policy).
• 1 year in medical/surgical setting and 1 year in inpatient behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing psychiatric assessments on admission and during care.
• Monitor patients’ mental status and behavior; lead crisis intervention or triage when needed.
• Administer medications safely following seven rights; conduct First Dose Reviews.
• Maintain unit safety and provide thorough handoffs to oncoming shifts.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Professional communication

Clinical assessment

Team leadership

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Avenir Behavioral Health Center is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join the night shift team in an inpatient behavioral health setting. The RN will perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments, monitor patients closely, and lead crisis interventions as needed.

Responsibilities include safe medication administration, shift leadership, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. A BSN is preferred, Arizona RN licensure is required, and CPI/BLS certifications are expected.