Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse works in the Emergency Department, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate patient care. The RN engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role promotes safety, evaluates patient and team outcomes, maintains accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols. The RN supports unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. The role requires effective communication, feedback, conflict resolution, collaboration, and appropriate delegation. The RN follows the ANA Code of Ethics, contributes to integrated and unbiased care, completes required education, maintains certifications, and may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a night schedule of 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and 36 hours per week. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The work involves frequent physical activity and may include exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective equipment must be used as necessary.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
Promote a culture of safety and evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to the age and developmental needs of patients in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Career development programs
Potential premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance