Behavioral Health Registered Nurse - Outpatient

Spectrum Healthcare Resources • Honolulu, HI

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About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to provide high-quality mental health nursing care within a military healthcare environment. The RN will deliver evidence-based interventions, support emotional and psychological well-being, and promote overall readiness and resilience among military personnel and their families. This role combines clinical expertise with a mission-driven commitment to the unique needs of the military community.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from a program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience post-graduation, with demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health or psychiatric nursing principles.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in any U.S. state or territory.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or military mental health settings.
• Training or certification in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, or suicide prevention.
• Strong assessment, communication, and therapeutic engagement skills.
• Ability to function effectively within a multidisciplinary and high-performance team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric and behavioral health nursing care to patients experiencing a range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and adjustment disorders.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Perform mental status examinations, obtain behavioral health histories, and accurately document all findings and interventions.
• Administer medications, monitor therapeutic responses, and educate patients on medication adherence and side effects.
• Support crisis intervention and stabilization efforts; recognize and respond appropriately to suicidal ideation, aggression, or acute distress.
• Provide patient and family education to promote coping strategies, stress management, and recovery.
• Maintain compliance with all Military Treatment Facility (MTF) policies, protocols, and standards of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor assigned healthcare staff in delivering safe, patient-centered behavioral health care.
• Contribute to initiatives that promote psychological resilience, preventive mental health, and overall force readiness.

Benefits

• Serve in a mission-driven role supporting the mental health and readiness of our nation’s service members.
• Work collaboratively with experienced behavioral health professionals in a structured, team-oriented environment.
• Enjoy a stable, rewarding federal contract position with opportunities for professional development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree