Staff Nurse, RN - PRN

Banyan-Treatment-Centers-; Gilman (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Holidays

Wellness incentives

Employee assistance program

Referral programs

Job summary

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a Staff Nurse (RN) to deliver direct nursing care in our inpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment programs. The RN will support medical providers, nursing leadership, and the treatment team while ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.

The role is on-site in Gilman, IL with a per-diem schedule and compensation of $40–$42 per hour. The Staff Nurse reports to the Director of Nursing and contributes to patient safety and

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Illinois.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience; inpatient substance use/mental health preferred.
• Experience with EMR and medical documentation.
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under supervision of medical staff.
• Complete nursing assessments and admission documentation within timeframes.
• Administer medications and provide education as indicated.
• Monitor patients for psychiatric symptoms and safety; respond to changes.
• Transcribe and implement provider orders accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and treatment teams.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

RN license

Clinical nursing

EMR documentation

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Accredited School of Nursing graduate

Tools

EMR systems

Medical documentation

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $36 USD to $42 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a qualified and compassionateStaff Nurse (RN)to provide direct nursing care within our inpatientbehavioral health, mental health and substance use treatment programs. This clinical role focuses on patient safety, timely medical intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and regulatory compliance to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a structured treatment environment.

The Staff Nurse (RN) serves as a key member of the clinical team, supporting medical providers, nursing leadership, and treatment staff while maintaining documentation accuracy, ethical standards, and accreditation readiness.

• Reporting To: Director of Nursing
• Schedule: Per-diem, as needed
• Location: Gilman, IL (On-site)
• Compensation: $40-42 hourly

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of the medical provider in accordance with medical protocols and standards of practice.
• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and required admission documentation within established timeframes.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and provide medication education as indicated.
• Assess patient medical needs, determine urgency, and initiate appropriate interventions, referrals, or emergency response as required.
• Monitor patients for psychiatric symptoms, medication effectiveness, and safety concerns, and report changes to the nursing leadership, provider, or treatment team as appropriate.
• Apply sound clinical judgment in crisis situations, including suicide risk assessment, de-escalation, and patient safety interventions.
• Accurately transcribe, document, and implement provider orders, including verbal orders when permitted.
• Collaborate with physicians, psychiatrists, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary team members to support integrated patient care.
• Communicate patient health concerns to nursing and clinical leadership and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record in accordance with licensure, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Ensure confidentiality of patient information and compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support medication management and controlled substance processes in collaboration with Compliance and nursing leadership, as applicable.
• Maintain required certifications, training, and continuing education in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in in-service education, department meetings, and staff meetings as required.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, adaptability, and effective teamwork in a regulated healthcare environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned within scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience preferred, with experience in substance use disorder treatment and co-occurring mental health disorders in an inpatient setting strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of nursing standards of care for patients with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring diagnoses.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, and composure in high-stress or emergency situations.
• Demonstrated understanding of patient confidentiality, ethical practice, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems preferred.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care. As aStaff Nurse (RN), you will:

• Join a mission-driven, Joint Commission–accredited organization committed to ethical, compliant, and compassionate care.
• Play a vital role in supporting patient safety, stabilization, and recovery.
• Collaborate with experienced medical providers, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• Contribute directly to quality care delivery, regulatory readiness, and positive patient outcomes.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; whole and term life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; and employee assistance and referral programs.

EOE

Licenses & Certifications

Required

RN

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