Registered Nurse (RN)

Freedom Healthcare, LLC; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for professional growth

Continuous training

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

A psychiatric hospital in Louisiana is seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) for both day and night shifts. RNs will provide comprehensive care to patients with mental and behavioral health conditions. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. A minimum of an associate degree in nursing and an active RN license are required, with one year of experience preferred. The hospital values a supportive work environment and offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Licensed as an RN to practice in the state.
• One year of RN experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with mental and behavioral health conditions.
• Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient progress.
• Collaborate with physicians and therapists to support treatment goals.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Education

A minimum of an associate degree in nursing

Job description

Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is an expanding psychiatric hospital committed to providing quality care to both adult and geriatric populations. We are proud to cultivate a compassionate, team-oriented environment that supports both our patients and our staff. Since opening our first facility in Magnolia, Mississippi in 2015, we have grown to include 12 locations across Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi.

As we continue to grow, we are actively expanding our Lake Charles team in preparation for increasing our capacity to 46 beds, allowing us to better serve both adult and geriatric patient populations. Employees are a top priority at Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles, as they play a vital role in the organization’s success, culture, and overall performance. By prioritizing its team, the organization fosters a supportive, safe, and engaging work environment where individuals feel valued, respected, and heard. This commitment is reflected through competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, continuous training, and a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

About the Role

We are currently seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our clinical team on the Day Shift (6:45 AM - 7:00 PM), working a 2/3 block schedule. Day shift link

We are currently seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our clinical team on the Night Shift (6:45 PM - 7:00 AM), working a 2/3 block schedule. Night shift link

Responsibilities

• A Registered Nurse (RN) at Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles provides comprehensive nursing care to patients with mental and behavioral health conditions while ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.
• In this role, the RN conducts patient assessments, develops and implements individualized care plans, administers medications, and monitors patient progress.
• They observe and document changes in behavior and mental status, respond to crises, and utilize de‑escalation techniques when needed.
• The RN collaborates with physicians, therapists, and other team members to support treatment goals, while also educating patients and families on care and coping strategies.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and compassion are essential to deliver safe, effective psychiatric care.

Qualifications

• Education: A minimum of an associate degree in nursing.
• License: Licensed as an RN to practice in the state.
• Experience: One year of RN experience is preferred; experience performing duties in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong clinical judgment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a psychiatric setting.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions and treatments.

Freedom Behavioral Hospital Lake Charles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.