Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Registered Nurse for Behavioral Health on the full-time day shift. A $5k sign-on bonus is offered. The inpatient unit serves adults 18+, with a 12-hour day schedule and weekend rotation.

The team emphasizes compassionate, holistic care and a strong collaboration among RNs, LPNs, ACTs, therapists, and social workers. Applicants should have an RN license and an associate degree or diploma in nursing; BSN within 5 years is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing is required.
• New hires must obtain a BSN within 5 years of hire.
• BLS/CPR certification is required.
• Registered Nurse licensure is required.
• Experience in behavioral/psych nursing is preferred but not required.
• Membership in a professional organization is preferred.
• Certification in a specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial and ongoing patient/family assessments.
• Develop and update individualized plans of care, including discharge planning.
• Provide safe, patient-centered care that respects autonomy and diversity.
• Recognize emergencies and take appropriate clinical action.
• Administer medications and treatments per policy.
• Complete care and documentation within required timeframes.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members.
• Serve as a clinical resource and support staff training.

Skills

Psych/Behavioral Health RN experience

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Patient safety

Education

Associate's Degree or Nursing Diploma

BSN within 5 years

Tools

BLS/CPR

Job description

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Full Time Day Shift - TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital - $5k Sign-On Bonus!

Job Description

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Full Time Day Shift - TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital - $5k Sign-On Bonus!

Location

375 Dixmyth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Work Schedule

• Full Time Days - (72 hours bi-weekly)
• 7:00am - 7:30pm
• 3rd or 4th Weekend rotation
• Holiday rotation

Welcome to the Inpatient Behavioral Health Services Units 10fg and 10hi at TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital, where we specialize in providing compassionate and comprehensive care for adults aged 18 and up. Our unit operates on an acute crisis stabilization model, ensuring that patients receive the urgent care they need to regain stability and well-being.

Our multidisciplinary team approach brings together a diverse group of healthcare professionals, including registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and Acute Care Technicians (ACTs). Our collaborative effort ensures that each patient receives personalized and holistic care tailored to their unique needs.

We have a dedicated 10 bed geriatric space that focuses on dementia and patients with cognitive impairment. We have 28 other beds for adults experiencing depression and other mental illnesses. Patients on our unit typically stay for an average of 5-7 days, during which they benefit from the expertise and support of our dedicated team.

Our staffing model is designed to provide optimal care around the clock, with RNs, LPNs, ACTs, therapists, and social workers. We are available during day, evening, and night shifts. We offer twelve-hour shifts, with a twelve-hour shift every third weekend and a weekend option for those who prefer it.

We typically maintain an average patient-to-staff ratio of 1:5. While we prefer nurses with psychiatric/behavioral health experience, we warmly welcome new graduates who are eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

Join us at the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit, where we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients through compassionate care and a collaborative team spirit. We offer a 5–6-week orientation that can be shortened or extended dependent upon the new team members learning needs. All new team members attend CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) which is TriHealth’s de-escalation training offered by TriHealth.

Incentives & Benefits

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options —this role offers added compensation opportunities.

https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Job Requirements

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing required
• New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• BLS/CPR (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers)
• Registered Nurse
• Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs a various stages of the life cycle
• Preferred membership in related professional organization
• Relevant Psych/Behavioral Health RN experience strongly preferred but not required
• Preferred certification in specialty

Job Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial and ongoing patient/family assessments.
• Develop, communicate, and update individualized plans of care, including discharge planning.
• Provide safe, patient ‑ centered care that supports autonomy, dignity, and diversity.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies and take appropriate clinical action.
• Carry out physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete assigned care and documentation within required timeframes.
• Administer medications/treatments safely and perform technical skills per policy.
• Evaluate patient responses and revise the plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Supervise and delegate tasks appropriately to other team members.
• Serve as a clinical resource and support training/education of staff and students.
• Maintain current clinical knowledge and adhere to organizational and departmental standards.
• Function in relief charge/resource roles as requested.

Other Job-Related Information

The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speaks to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advancement of degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice, and all nurses to foster, support and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.

Working Conditions

Bending - Frequently

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Consistently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Consistently

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently

Pulling - Consistently

Pushing - Consistently

Reaching - Consistently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Consistently

Stooping - Consistently

Talking - Consistently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Consistently

Color Vision - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

Job Keywords: Psychology, Psych, Behavioral Health, RN, Staff RN