Registered Nurse RN - Psych Unit

Saint Mary Of Nazareth Hospital; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 48,698 - 73,811; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health Adult Intensive Unit (Males). The role is full-time with night shifts (7 p.m.–7:30 a.m.).

The position offers a competitive hourly range and a $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. Responsibilities include assessing patients, developing care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with the care team to ensure safe, effective treatment and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state.
• BLS certification current and maintained.
• Knowledge of mental health laws and practice standards.
• Understanding interdisciplinary treatment team processes in behavioral health units.
• Awareness of continuum of care in behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop individualized nursing care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies.
• Document care in the EMR and monitor patient status.
• Respond to psychiatric crises with de‑escalation techniques.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups and provide patient education.

Skills

RN License (State)

BLS Certification

Mental Health Laws knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Behavioral health nursing

Job description

Overview

The Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health Adult Intensive Unit (Males). The position is full‑time, night shifts (7 p.m.–7:30 a.m.) with 3–12 hour shifts and an hourly rate of $35.35–$53.58. A $10,000 sign‑on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop individualized nursing care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions.
• Monitor patient condition and document care in the EMR.
• Respond to psychiatric crises using appropriate de‑escalation and intervention techniques.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups and provide patient education.
• Implement seclusion and restraint procedures in accordance with policy when clinically indicated.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, social workers, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, coping strategies, and discharge planning.
• Promote patient safety, recovery, and positive clinical outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintenance of certification.
• Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards.
• Understanding of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming, and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units.
• Knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care.

Pay & Benefits

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and voluntary benefit options. Salary range: $35.35–$53.58 per hour.

Employment Status

Full time; Shift: Nights.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights.