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

Mercy; Webster Groves (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO is seeking a Behavioral Health RN for the night shift (36 hours per week). The role provides care to psychiatric patients, with a sign-on bonus for graduate and experienced nurses.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to evaluate, treat, and support patients, while ensuring confidentiality and adherence to Mercy standards. Required are an RN license (MO or compact) and a current BLS certification; nursing graduates of ASN/ Diploma/ BSN are

Qualifications

• Graduated from a school of nursing (ASN, Diploma, or BSN).
• Current RN license in hiring state/compact license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using the nursing process and ensure professional accountability.
• Coordinate patient care with other departments.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of information.
• Adhere to Mercy mission, values and Service Standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient care

Care coordination

Confidentiality

Education

Nursing degree (ASN/ Diploma/ BSN)

Job description

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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