RN | Behavioral Health

Logan Health•Kalispell, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Logan Health is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide acute inpatient behavioral health care at its 40-bed facility in Kalispell, Montana. The facility serves Montana clients with mental health or substance abuse issues. Care is delivered by a collaborative team that includes psychiatrists, addictionologists, certified licensed addiction counselors, licensed therapists, psychiatric nurses, and mental health specialists, in a caring and confidential environment. The RN conducts psychiatric assessments, develops individualized care plans, provides therapeutic interventions, and collaborates with the healthcare team to support patient recovery. The role includes medication administration and monitoring, patient education, safety checks, crisis response and de-escalation, documentation, participation in treatment meetings, and compliance with facility requirements and current psychiatric nursing practices. This is a full-time position scheduled for 32 hours per week, with eight-hour evening shifts. The facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and schedules may be adjusted to meet the position’s and organization’s needs. Inpatient RN wages start at $41.78 per hour, with higher starting rates based on experience.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license or a multistate compact license with authorization to practice nursing in Montana.
Knowledge of professional nursing theory, medical terminology, and principles of professional nursing practice to administer and evaluate patient care.
RQI Provider (BLS) certification required within seven days of hire or transfer, or before independent patient care, whichever occurs first.

Nice To Haves

BSN degree preferred.
At least two years of experience in a similar position in a medical setting, such as a physician office, clinic, or hospital, preferred.
Experience in assigned area(s) preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric assessments, develop individualized care plans, provide therapeutic interventions, and collaborate with healthcare teams to support patient recovery.
Administer and monitor prescribed medications, educate patients about adherence and side effects, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Perform regular safety checks, document patient observations, and ensure adherence to facility safety protocols.
Lead therapeutic programs, teach coping strategies, facilitate group discussions, and provide medication education.
Respond to Code Gray incidents, use de-escalation techniques, ensure staff and patient safety, and document crisis interventions.
Maintain accurate patient records, comply with facility regulations, participate in treatment meetings, and stay updated on best practices in psychiatric nursing.