Registered Nurse II| Behavioral Hospital | Day Shift | Part-time

Veterans in Healthcare; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Part time

Job summary

Onvida Health in Yuma, AZ, seeks a Behavioral Health RN II for part-time inpatient care. You will conduct psychiatric assessments, administer medications, and support crisis stabilization.

The role includes leadership on the unit, safety monitoring, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to promote recovery-focused care. The RN II will engage in de-escalation techniques, plan patient care with alignment to CMS/DNV standards, and guide LPNs and support staff to ensure high-quality

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing and RN license required.
• BLS certification and cardiovascular/behavioral health knowledge preferred.
• Experience in psychiatric/acute inpatient setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric nursing assessments to determine mental status and risk.
• Administer psychotropic and PRN medications per orders and protocols.
• Lead de-escalation, crisis intervention, and therapeutic engagement with patients.
• Ensure patient safety through observation, rounding, and milieu management.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and nursing leadership for care planning.

Skills

Psychiatric Nursing

Medication Administration

Patient Assessment

Crisis Intervention

Education

Associate's Degree

RN License

BLS Certification

Job description

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Job Details

Career area RN / LPN / Nurse Position Type Part Time Date Posted 09/14/2026 Location 7201 East 31st Place, Yuma, AZ 85365, United States Job ID 13888

Work Status Details: REGULAR PART-TIME | 48.00 Hours Every Two Weeks Shift: Days Pay Rate Type: Hourly Location: Behavioral Health Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates. Min = $39.93 Mid = $51.91 Max = $63.89 Summary: The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse II (RN II) provides comprehensive psychiatric nursing care to adult and/or geriatric behavioral health patients in an acute inpatient setting. This role is responsible for conducting initial and ongoing psychiatric nursing assessments, administering medications (including psychotropic medications), supporting crisis stabilization, monitoring behavioral and physical health status, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary treatment team to support recovery-focused patient care. The RN II serves as a leader on the unit, ensuring patient and staff safety through continuous environmental awareness, de-escalation practices, therapeutic engagement, and adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Clinical Assessment: Performs comprehensive psychiatric nursing assessments to determine mental status, risk level, clinical symptoms, withdrawal needs, and behavioral functioning. Synthesizes psychiatric, medical, and psychosocial data to inform clinical decision‑making and plan of care. Monitors and evaluates patient behavior, affect, safety risks, and changes in clinical condition, initiating appropriate interventions. Establishes and updates individualized nursing care plans based on assessment findings and patient response. Ensures compliance with observation levels, including timely 15‑minute checks and accurate documentation. Escalates changes in patient condition and collaborates with providers to adjust treatment plans.


• Medication Administration & Clinical Management: Administers medications safely, including psychotropic and PRN medications, in accordance with provider orders, clinical guidelines, and facility protocols. Evaluates medication effectiveness and monitors for side effects or adverse reactions, initiating appropriate follow‑up. Provides patient education regarding medications and treatment adherence. Ensures accurate, timely documentation of medication administration and patient response.


• Therapeutic Engagement & Crisis Intervention: Utilizes trauma‑informed, recovery‑oriented communication and therapeutic techniques to engage patients. Leads and supports de‑escalation efforts and crisis intervention using approved behavioral health models. Participates in and may lead therapeutic groups, psychoeducation, and community meetings. Promotes patient participation in treatment planning and recovery goals.


• Safety & Compliance: Oversees patient safety through observation monitoring, rounding compliance, and milieu management. Directs and participates in the safe application, monitoring, and documentation of restraint or seclusion interventions when clinically necessary, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Identifies and mitigates environmental risks and responds promptly to safety concerns or behavioral escalations. Ensures adherence to hospital policies, CMS regulations, DNV standards, and state requirements.


• Collaboration & Communication: Provides clinical leadership and guidance to LPNs, BHTs, and support staff, including delegation and oversight of care. Collaborates with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, case management, and nursing leadership to ensure coordinated, patient‑centered care. Participates actively in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and contributes to care planning and discharge planning. Ensures documentation meets organizational, regulatory (CMS/DNV), and legal standards. Maintains therapeutic communication with patients, families, and care teams while upholding HIPAA and professional boundaries.


• Professionalism & Accountability: Demonstrates accountability for clinical practice, decision‑making, and patient outcomes. Participates in staff huddles, quality initiatives, and continuing education to support clinical excellence. Serves as a role model for professionalism, teamwork, and adherence to standards of care. Supports unit operations, including admissions, discharges, and patient flow. Performs additional duties as assigned.

Credentials

• Essential:
  
  
  
  • BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
  
  
  • REGISTERED NURSE (RN)
  
  
  
  


• Education:
  
  
  
  • ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE
  
  
  
  


• Other information:

Minimum Requirements

• Associate’s Degree


• 2+ years related experience


• Registered Nurse (RN) License


• Basic Life Support (BLS)


• Other credentials as required by department

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)


• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or acute inpatient setting


• Crisis Prevention/Intervention (CPI) or equivalent certification

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A career at Onvida Health is more than just a job. It's a place to have a long and rewarding career, making a difference in the lives of those in our shared community. When you join our team, you become an integral part of a thriving community committed to improving the health and well‑being of everyone in southwestern Arizona. At Onvida Health, we believe in progress with purpose. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to kindness and integrity. We take our values seriously because we know they lead to better outcomes for our patients and a better experience for all of us. We're looking for people who approach each day with a sense of possibility, a drive to make things better, and a commitment to kindness. If that sounds like you, you're our kind of people. If you're looking for a career where innovation meets compassion, where you can grow and contribute to building a healthier tomorrow, Onvida Health is the place for you.

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