Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Crisis Center

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Advantage Behavioral Health Systems in Georgia operates a 24/7 Behavioral Health Crisis Center. We are seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver direct patient care, assist in crisis stabilization, and support patients experiencing acute behavioral health issues.

This role works under the guidance of leadership to ensure timely interventions and safe, therapeutic engagement in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Provide direct nursing care to individuals in behavioral health crisis.
• Administer medications per physician orders and monitor effects.
• Maintain thorough EMR documentation of assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with the team to implement individualized care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to individuals in behavioral health crisis, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Complete initial and ongoing nursing assessments for crisis walk-in patients when requested by NP or leadership.
• Administer medications per orders and monitor effectiveness and adverse effects.
• Monitor patient behavior and physical condition, reporting significant changes to the team.
• Support crisis intervention and de-escalation using trained techniques and protocols.
• Participate in hand-offs, shift briefings, and team huddles.

Job description

Position Schedule:

Full Time 3 - 12 hour shifts per week. Day and Night shifts available - $85,000

Part Time Weekends 2 - 12 hour shifts Day and Nights available - $56,160

Shift Differentials available for Nights and Weekends

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care at our 24/7 Behavioral Health Crisis Center. As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, the RN will deliver direct patient care, assist in crisis stabilization, and support patients experiencing acute behavioral health issues. This position works under the guidance of the Charge Nurse and Nurse Practitioner (NP), ensuring timely interventions, safety, and therapeutic engagement in a fast-paced and high-acuity environment.

Job Responsibilities and Performance Standards:

Patient Care & Clinical Duties:

• Provide direct nursing care to individuals in behavioral health crisis, including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Complete initial and ongoing nursing assessments, including those for crisis walk-in patients, if requested by NP, Charge Nurse, or Leadership team member.
• Administer medications per physician or NP orders, and monitor for effectiveness and adverse effects.
• Monitor patient behavior and physical condition, reporting significant changes to the Charge Nurse or NP.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure individualized care plans are followed and updated as needed.
• Ensure thorough and timely documentation in the EMR, including assessments, care provided, and patient responses.

Crisis Support & Safety Monitoring:

• Assist/lead in crisis intervention and de-escalation using trained techniques and behavioral interventions.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to behavioral emergencies and safety alerts.
• Maintain vigilance in monitoring patients who are at risk of harm to self or others, initiating appropriate precautions when necessary.
• Participate in the implementation of emergency or behavioral safety protocols, including the Care Partners protocol.

Collaboration & Team Communication:

• Work collaboratively with Charge Nurses, NPs, mental health techs, and other care team members to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate in hand-off reports, shift briefings, and team huddles.
• Maintain open communication with all team members, contributing to a respectful and supportive work environment.

Policy Compliance & Professional Conduct:

• Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
• Follow state and federal regulations related to behavioral health nursing care.
• Support the development of a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed care environment.

Emergency Preparedness:

• Participate in drills and emergency response training.
• Remain familiar with emergency codes and procedures for behavioral health crises and medical emergencies.

Support Duties:

• Assist new staff or techs as needed, fostering a positive team culture.
• Notify leadership of any patient safety, staffing, or equipment issues.
• Support patient transitions, including admissions, discharges, and transfers.