RN - Behavioral Health (Casual), St. Vincent

IntelliResume; Federal Hill (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Highmark Health in Erie, PA is seeking a Registered Nurse in Behavioral Health to provide care for individuals with acute psychiatric illnesses and comorbid conditions in a team-based setting. The role emphasizes leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient- and family-centered communication, with a part-time schedule at St.

Vincent Hospital. Active PA RN licensure and CPR are required or pending, with preferred eNLC multi-state eligibility.

Qualifications

• Current State of PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure through eNLC preferred.
• Certification in area of specialty preferred.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health status and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Provide verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to develop patient care plans.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify appropriate personnel.
• Promote compassionate communication that is patient and family-centered.

Skills

CPR certification

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

PA RN license or multi-state eNLC

Specialty certification preferred

Job description

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in Behavioral Health provides care for individuals with acute psychiatric illnesses and comorbid conditions. This role is ideal for compassionate nurses who excel in a team-oriented environment.

Highlights

• Location: Erie, PA
• Facility: St. Vincent Hospital
• Schedule: Part-time

What You'll Do

• Assess human responses and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Provide verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice.
• Participate on interdisciplinary teams to evaluate clinical care.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to develop patient care plans.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Document changes in patient condition and notify appropriate personnel.
• Promote compassionate communication that is patient and family-centered.

Requirements

• Education: Current State of PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure through eNLC preferred.
• Experience: Certification in area of specialty preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • CPR certification required.
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on transforming the future of healthcare through effective services and a commitment to inclusivity and professional growth for their employees.