Pediatric Behavioral Health RN II — Day Shift (12‑Hour)

UNC Health Careers; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment incentive

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

UNC Health Youth Behavioral Health (YBH) in Butner, NC is seeking a Clinical Nurse II with pediatric behavioral health experience to join a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on crisis stabilization for youth with developmental disabilities, delivering holistic, trauma-informed care.

The position requires NC RN licensure, BLS, and at least one year of nursing experience. Work includes 12-hour day shifts, a 36-hour week, and an orientation period in Chapel Hill.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a school of professional nursing.
• RN licensed in NC.
• BLS certification required.
• BSN within seven years of employment (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Provide competent clinical nursing care per professional standards.
• Coordinate patient care with Nurse Manager/Director and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families; assess learning needs and readiness.
• Identify outcomes and revise care plans in collaboration with the team.
• Prioritize tasks and ensure safe, effective care for pediatric patients with developmental disabilities.
• Support discharge planning and coordination with other units as needed.
• Participate in unit goals, performance improvements, and effective communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

RN license in North Carolina

BSN within 7 years of employment

Job description

UNC Health Youth Behavioral Health (YBH) in Butner, NC is seeking a Clinical Nurse II with pediatric behavioral health experience to join a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on crisis stabilization for youth with developmental disabilities, delivering holistic, trauma-informed care.

The position requires NC RN licensure, BLS, and at least one year of nursing experience. Work includes 12-hour day shifts, a 36-hour week, and an orientation period in Chapel Hill.