RN/GN (Behavioral Health) - Full time, Nights - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy Co; Concord (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson is seeking a Behavioral Health RN for night shift coverage in Festus, MO. The role involves providing patient-centered care, leveraging the nursing process, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to support behavioral health patients.

A current RN license and BLS certification are required, with access to comprehensive Mercy benefits. This position offers a 36-hour work week on the night shift, with a generous sign-on bonus for graduate and experienced nurses, and

Qualifications

• Graduate from a school of nursing ( ADN, Diploma or BSN ).
• RN license current in the hiring state or compact licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for assigned patients.
• Evaluates overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments while maintaining patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Care coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Diploma

BSN

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

• Premium Night Shift Sign On Bonus:
• Graduate Nurse $10,000
• Experienced Nurse $13,000
• Behavioral Health RN
• 36 hours per week, Nights
• Mercy Hospital Jefferson
• Festus, MO 63028

Mercy Behavioral Health Services provides a structured and therapeutic environment to individuals suffering from psychiatric illness, behavioral disorders and substance use disorder. Here at Mercy our dedicated multi-disciplinary team promotes a structured therapeutic program to help those in crisis through evaluation, education, medication therapy, individual and group therapy and relapse prevention.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Certifications: - Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.

Why Mercy?

• From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters.

At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.

As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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