Psych RN — Flexible Nights & Growth Opportunities

Longleaf Hospital; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & prescription coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Job summary

Longleaf Hospital, part of Longleaf Behavioral, seeks full-time Registered Nurses for day and night shifts in behavioral health. The role focuses on compassionate psychiatric care, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package. We emphasize empathy, strong communication, and ongoing learning to support patient recovery.

Positions include 7pm-7am and 7am-7pm schedules with a supportive team, competitive benefits, and commitment to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license as required by state of employment.
• One year of nursing experience; psychiatric/behavioral experience a plus.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required by state/facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical and behavioral health needs and coordinate care.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families about conditions.
• Provide nursing care within state and facility policies and procedures.
• Administer medications per orders and document accurately.
• Communicate therapeutically with patients, visitors, and staff.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Continuous Learning

Advocacy

Patience & Resilience

Education

RN license

Accredited nursing program graduate

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Job description

Longleaf Hospital, part of Longleaf Behavioral, seeks full-time Registered Nurses for day and night shifts in behavioral health. The role focuses on compassionate psychiatric care, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package. We emphasize empathy, strong communication, and ongoing learning to support patient recovery.

Positions include 7pm-7am and 7am-7pm schedules with a supportive team, competitive benefits, and commitment to equal employment opportunities.