Behavioral Health - Registered Nurse - Nights

Salary $1,986 Weekly Gross
Pay type
LocationWaco, Texas
Employment type Contract
Estimated Start Date 03-24-2025
Estimated End Date 06-21-2025
Discipline
Healthcare | RN - Behavioral Health
Shift type Night
Job duration 13 weeks

Job description

Job Title: Night Shift Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

Job Description:

We're seeking a flexible and experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse for night shifts. This role involves providing direct patient care in a psychiatric setting, administering medication, and effectively communicating with healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct patient care in a psychiatric environment.
• Administer medication and document patient information in the EMR.
• Comply with all facility rules and policies.

Requirements:

• Active RN License in Texas and minimum 2 years of direct care nursing experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in a facility setting for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to work 4 x 10•hour night shifts per week and willingness to float as per unit need.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification, complete immunization records, and COVID•19 vaccination.
• Ability to pass fingerprinting and a urine drug screen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a psychiatric setting or nursing home environment.
• Familiarity with a larger med pass.

Additional Information:

• Work Location: Waco, TX
• No specific scrub color/style requirement.
• Parking provided.
• EMR: IRIS (Cerner sub•contractor)
• Case Type: Serving teenagers aged 13•17 with emotional or behavioral difficulties.