Part-Time Behavioral Health RN: Triage & Care Coordination

UnityPoint Health; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Daily Pay

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for our Behavioral Health/Lakeview Counseling Center. This part-time specialty clinic role supports patient education, triage, and care coordination within a collaborative team.

The position requires an active RN license (ADN required; BSN preferred) and flexibility to work Tue, Wed, Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM. Benefits are included for part-time staff, with opportunities to grow in behavioral health care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in state of practice or compact license.
• ADN is required; BSN preferred.
• Behavioral health experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate incoming patient calls and clinical concerns to assess symptoms and determine urgency.
• Provide telephone triage and guide patients to appropriate level of care.
• Coordinate care for patients with acute or complex behavioral health needs.
• Communicate concerns promptly to the clinical team.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and resources.
• Document patient interactions and care plans in the EHR.
• Coordinate follow-up to promote continuity and safety.

Skills

Communication

Telephone triage

Care coordination

Clinical assessment

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

UnityPoint Health in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for our Behavioral Health/Lakeview Counseling Center. This part-time specialty clinic role supports patient education, triage, and care coordination within a collaborative team.

The position requires an active RN license (ADN required; BSN preferred) and flexibility to work Tue, Wed, Thu 7:30 AM–4:30 PM. Benefits are included for part-time staff, with opportunities to grow in behavioral health care.