Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

10d • $38 - $57

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the Emergency Department. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes while maintaining a culture of safety and accurately documenting care in the EHR.

The nurse supports quality initiatives and professional governance, communicates and delegates effectively, and upholds ethical nursing practice. The position may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Work is full-time on the night shift, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., for 36 hours per week.

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, 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
• 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, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Willingness to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Engage 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 care outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and 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.
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, 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 EHR documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' age-specific needs, applying knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and following departmental policies and procedures.

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.
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed