Registered Nurse-Behavioral Health-RN

Trinity Health Corp.; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Benefits from Day 1

Weekend and night differentials

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Trinity Health Corp. in Mason City, IA seeks an experienced Behavioral Health Nurse to provide assessments, care coordination, and education across inpatient and outpatient programs at Mercy North Iowa Medical Center.

You will collaborate with treatment teams, document care, support transitions, and promote community education. Iowa RN licensure required; BSN preferred; benefits begin Day 1; full-time 36 hours weekly, 7am-7:30pm, every third weekend and every other holiday.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Iowa or multistate licensure.
• BSN preferred.
• Ability to be non-judgmental regarding living and health related decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, environmental, spiritual, social and education needs.
• Collaborate with inpatient and outpatient Behavioral Health teams to ensure outcomes and transitions.
• Provide, facilitate, and/or implement learning opportunities for patients, families or the community.
• Document patient information accurately in the medical record.
• Communicate pertinent patient changes to colleagues and multidisciplinary caregivers.

Skills

Effective communication

Non-judgmental

Education

RN licensure in Iowa

BSN preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: Full-Time Days

Position Purpose: The Behavioral Health Nurse provides assessments, support and care coordination across the behavioral health care continuum for patients struggling with mental illness as well as individuals and families seeking resources or information about treatment options. The Behavioral Health Nurse is an integral member of Behavioral Health Service Line and works collaboratively with the treatment team members and providers in the various inpatient and outpatient programs offered at Mercy. The Behavioral Health Nurse works closely with community partners to ensure successful transition of care and promotes education to the public on Behavioral Health-related topics through various forums.

What you will Do: Assesses and evaluates individuals' physical, psychosocial, environmental, spiritual, social and education needs. Works collaboratively with the Behavioral Health inpatient and outpatient teams to achieve desired patient care outcomes and ensure a smooth transition of care Provides, facilitates, and/or implements learning opportunities to meet the educational needs of patients, families or members of the community. When required, documents patient information in the electronic/paper medical record in an accurate, timely manner Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments. Effectively communicates pertinent patient changes/conditions to colleagues and to multidisciplinary caregivers.

Hours/Schedule: Full-Time 36hrs a week Days 12hr shift 7am - 7:30pm Every third weekend, every other holiday

Minimum Qualifications: Current RN Licensure in the state of Iowa, or qualified multistate licensure required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred Ability to be non-judgmental regarding living and health related decisions.

Position Highlights and Benefits: Education Assistance offered

Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater

Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials

Generous paid time off program

Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Ministry/Facility Information: MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties. MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000. With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region. MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.