RN FT Behavioral Health

Agave Ridge Behavioral Hospital; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Job summary

A leading behavioral health facility in Mesa, AZ seeks an RN for full-time night and day shifts. The RN will coordinate patient care, develop nursing care plans, and maintain medical records. Requirements include a current RN license, nursing experience—preferably in psychiatric care—and CPR certification. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, well-being programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current RN license required by the state.
• One year of nursing experience preferred in psychiatric or behavioral health.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' health needs and develop care plans.
• Document patient status and medical records accurately.
• Administer medications and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Nursing care plan development

Medication administration

Therapeutic communication

Education

Registered Nurse license required

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

RN FT Behavioral Health

Agave Ridge Behavioral Hospital is a 100‑bed acute care psychiatric facility in East Mesa, AZ, providing comprehensive inpatient behavioral health services to adults, including treatment for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other acute behavioral health disorders.

Job Description

RN FT – Days and Night Shift – 12 hour shifts.
Location: Agave Ridge Behavioral Health – Mesa, AZ.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision, dental, and voluntary short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Well‑being programs: employee assistance, financial support, tuition reimbursement.
• Personal Panic Alarm devices for patient and staff safety.

Registered Nurse Essential Functions

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and families about conditions.
• Provide nursing care within scope of practice as defined by the state Nurse Practice Act, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately.
• Assess patients’ status continuously and document pertinent information.
• Notify physicians of significant changes such as detox difficulties, medical emergencies, or medication response challenges.
• Complete initial nursing treatment plans upon admission, specific to assessed needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of universal precautions in direct patient care.
• Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
• Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration.
• Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately.
• Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Provide direction or coordinate unit activities as directed.
• Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co‑workers, and others involved in inpatient treatment.

Education / Licensure / Experience / Skill Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license required by the state of employment or eligible to practice nursing.
• One year of nursing experience (previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience is a plus).
• CPR and de‑escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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