Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Incredible Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

PTO

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Incredible Health in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for Behavioral Health to join a multidisciplinary team in a care setting that may include Level 1/2 trauma centers. You will perform patient assessments, collaborate on care plans, administer psychotropic medications, and monitor for side effects.

The role requires a BSN or higher, an active RN license, and 1+ year in behavioral health. Perks include healthcare, 401(k), PTO, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• BSN or higher from an accredited program.
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license.
• 1+ years experience in behavioral health setting.
• Strong understanding of psychotropic medications and administration protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per ANA standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop care plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Administer medications and monitor efficacy/side effects.
• Provide emotional and psychological support using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on mental health topics.
• Coordinate discharge planning and aftercare with other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Behavioral health

Psychotropic meds

Ethical confidentiality

Education

BSN or higher

Active RN license

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Chicago, IL area for the following position: Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Behavioral health, Counseling, Intake, Medication side effects, PTSD, Psychosomatic Medication Interactions, Suicide and self harm risk assessment, or Therapeutic nurse/patient relationship.

• Shift(s) available: day shift, night shift, and mid shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: 401(K), 401(K), 401(K) & Matching, Best Places to Work recognition, Career Advance Program, Community hospital, Cross training, EAP, FSA, Health Insurance, Level 1 trauma center, Level 2 trauma center, Life Insurance, Life Insurance, Magnet recognized, Medical, Medical, PTO, PTO, PTO, Retirement Plan, Teaching Hospital, Tuition Assistance, Tuition Assistance, Tuition Assistance, Union facility, U.S. News best hospital

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher educational attainment from an accredited program
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1+ years experience working in a behavioral health setting, preferably in an inpatient or outpatient environment
• Strong understanding of psychotropic medications, their side effects, and proper administration protocols
• Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards as outlined by the American Nurses Association (ANA)

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized care plans in consultation with a multidisciplinary team
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for efficacy and potential side effects
• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, using evidence-based therapeutic communication techniques
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and educational workshops on topics related to mental health and well-being
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to patient care, including discharge planning and aftercare support

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $61,300 to $100,980 /year