Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Incredible Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401K

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Incredible Health in Jackson, MI is hiring a Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health. Candidates should have a BSN or higher, an active RN license, and at least 1 year in behavioral health, inpatient or outpatient.

Day and night shifts are available, with full-time, part-time, and per diem options. You will assess patients, administer psychotropic medications, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and execute care.

Qualifications

• BSN or higher from an accredited program.
• Active and unencumbered RN license.
• 1+ years experience in behavioral health, inpatient or outpatient.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and administration.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and ANA ethics.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Psychotropic meds knowledge

Patient confidentiality

Education

BSN or higher degree from accredited program

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Jackson, MI 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 and night shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
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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: $61,860 to $111,200 /year