Registered Nurse, (RN) Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health®; Etowah (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Package

Mental Health Services

Gym Memberships

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is hiring a full-time Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) for Starr Regional Medical Center in Etowah, TN. This position offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus and focuses on caring for patients with behavioral disturbances.

The ideal candidate should have at least an Associate's degree, BLS Certification, and be licensed in Tennessee. Comprehensive benefits include healthcare coverage, PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires BLS Certification at hire.
• PALS required within 6 months or department transfer.
• Must be licensed Registered Nurse in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care involving the patient.
• Supervises nursing and support staff during shift.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Documents patient care given.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Decisive judgment

Education

Associate's degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full-Time | Nights 7:00 pm-7:00 am, Etowah, TN., rotating weekends.

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus available for qualified applicants

Your Experience Matters

Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

We specialize in Dementia with Behavioral disturbances ages 50 and above. We are a 24-bed unit. We run a ratio of 1:7 and have the medical and psych oversight where the patients are seen 6 to 7 days a week. We have lots of employees that are tenured, including CNA's. We are a recently renovated unit with nice/updated equipment. We are attached to an Emergency Room so we have a Doctor 24/7 if needed.

How You'll Contribute

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Assists in determining staffing levels and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• Takes patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
• Performs role‑specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.
• Documents patient care given.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well‑being of the patient.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Associate's degree required. BSN preferred.
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is required at the time of hire, Pediatric Advanced Life Support required within 6 months of hire or department transfer.
• Licenses: Must be a licensed Registered Nurse with the State of Tennessee or a licensed Registered Nurse from a Compact State with the proper Tennessee paperwork filed within 30 days of hire.

More About Starr Regional Medical Center

Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118‑bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah, TN community for over 50 years.

EEOC Statement

"Starr Reginal Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."