Registered Nurse, (RN) Behavioral Health

Memorial Physician Practices; Tennessee; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) with match

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Starr Regional Medical Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) for the 24-bed unit in Etowah, TN. The role focuses on dementia with behavioral disturbances in patients aged 50 and above, with a 1:7 nurse-to-patient ratio and weekly coverage including weekends.

This full-time night shift offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus for qualified applicants. The RN will conduct assessments, develop and implement care plans, supervise staff, manage admissions/discharges, and ensure

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; BSN preferred.
• BLS certification required at time of hire; PALS required within 6 months of hire or department transfer.
• Licensed RN in Tennessee or a Compact State with Tennessee paperwork filed within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition.
• Establishes a care plan in collaboration with the patient and family.
• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during the shift.
• Determines staffing levels based on census, acuity, and staff availability.
• Provides direct patient care and assists with problem-solving across shifts.
• Coordinates admissions, discharges, transfers and transfers with care team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

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

A Behavioral Health RNwho excels in this role:

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

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.