Pediatric Behavioral Health RN — Evening/Weekend Flex

Acadia Healthcare; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwood Children’s Behavioral Healthcare in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Residential Treatment Facility team. You will assess patients, develop care plans, administer medications, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a behavioral health setting.

This role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care for children and adolescents ages 3-21 facing mental

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current PA RN license or eligible to practice.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral experience preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required per state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical and behavioral health needs and coordinate care.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Administer medications as ordered and document administration.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families.
• Ensure adherence to nursing standards, policies, and state regulations.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team.
• Provide therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Coordinate unit activities as directed.

Skills

Nursing care

Assessment

Documentation

Team communication

Education

RN license

Accredited nursing program

PA state licensure eligibility

Job description

Southwood Children’s Behavioral Healthcare in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Residential Treatment Facility team. You will assess patients, develop care plans, administer medications, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a behavioral health setting.

This role requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care for children and adolescents ages 3-21 facing mental