Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health Unit PRN Nights

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho, is seeking a Registered Nurse with a focus on behavioral health to provide direct and indirect patient care in a psychiatric setting.

The RN assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care, coordinates treatment with the care team, administers medications, and supports patient safety and recovery. The program values teamwork, mentoring, and patient-centered outcomes.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of practice or compact state.
• BLS certification required within facility policy.
• HWC or CPI certification required within facility policy.
• ACLS preferred.
• Six months of RN experience in direct patient care; behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychiatric assessments and formulate individualized care plans.
• Monitor patient condition, update treatment plans, and document progress.
• Administer medications and treatments including psychotropics.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and therapeutic routines.
• Participate in group, family, or individual therapy sessions.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans, medications, and coping strategies.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team and assist with discharge planning.
• Engage in crisis intervention and behavioral de-escalation as needed.
• Document assessments and outcomes accurately and timely.
• Maintain confidentiality and foster a safe therapeutic environment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Behavioral health nursing

De-escalation

Therapeutic communication

EMR systems

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Job description

Description

Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We’re proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s list of “Great Community Hospitals,” and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care. Here, you’ll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we’re committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about. If you’re looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe’s.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse–Psychiatric provides direct and indirect patient care within a behavioral health setting. The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating psychiatric nursing care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The role includes coordination of treatment plans, medication administration, and support within the therapeutic milieu, promoting patient safety and recovery.

Essential Functions

• Performs psychiatric assessments and formulates individualized care plans
• Monitors patient condition, evaluates responses to care, and updates treatment plans
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, including psychotropics
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and therapeutic routines
• Participates in therapeutic interventions including group, family, or individual sessions
• Provides patient and family education related to treatment plans, medications, and coping strategies
• Coordinates patient care with interdisciplinary team and supports discharge planning
• Engages in crisis intervention and behavioral de‑escalation as needed
• Documents all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely
• Maintains confidentiality and fosters a safe, therapeutic environment
• Participates in staff training and orientation; acts as a role model for trauma-informed care

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision‑making skills
• Proficient in behavioral health nursing principles, de‑escalation techniques, and therapeutic communication
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, emotionally dynamic environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in EMR and familiarity with behavioral health documentation standards
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and advocate for patient needs
• Sensitivity to diverse cultural, religious, and psychosocial factors influencing care
• Physical and mental capacity to handle psychiatric emergencies and extended periods of activity

Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in the state of practice or Compact State RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within time frame specified in facility policy
• Handle With Care (HWC) or CPI certification required within time frame specified in facility policy
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred

Experience

• Six months of RN experience in a direct patient care setting preferred
• Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric nursing strongly preferred