Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) - Saturday's Required

Kotel ATX • Plano, TX

6h

About The Position

The Psychiatric Registered Nurse conducts mental health and medical assessments, develops individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team, administers medications, monitors for side effects, and supports patient safety. The role includes crisis intervention and management of acute psychiatric episodes, patient and family education, accurate medical record documentation, and collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. The nurse also helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff. The schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, with open availability for occasional Saturday coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted RN license in Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications, as required.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric medications, behavioral health assessments, and crisis management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Open availability for occasional Saturday coverage as needed.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience in psychiatric or mental health nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health status and medical needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects, ensuring patient safety.
• Provide crisis intervention and manage acute psychiatric episodes effectively.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatments, and wellness strategies.
• Document patient progress, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the medical record.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

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