Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse will work in IU Methodist’s Behavioral Health Services, which includes B8, C8, Secured Holding, and ECT. Nurses hired into Behavioral Health are cross-trained and work across all of these areas. B8 is a 20-bed medical-surgical unit for patients with a primary medical diagnosis and a secondary psychiatric diagnosis, including alcohol withdrawal, Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, altered mental status, and other mental health issues. C8 is a 16-bed locked psychiatric unit for patients with primary psychiatric diagnoses, including schizophrenia, suicidal or homicidal ideation, and psychosis. Secured Holding is a five-bed emergency psychiatric unit where patients presenting to the emergency department with mental health issues are assessed and placed at an appropriate level of care. ECT is a state-leading program that primarily treats depression and catatonia, serving 18–24 patients three days per week.

The role offers experience in de-escalation, cross-training across clinical areas, and providing care in both medically licensed and behavioral health licensed settings. Nurses develop a range of medical skills, including blood administration, IVIG, tracheostomy care, PCA pumps, and wound management systems, while practicing time management in a fast-paced environment.

The unit describes a supportive leader and team environment, a focus on learning and professional development, and strong physician-nurse relationships. IU Health presents a patient-centered, collaborative work environment and a culture of compassionate, individualized care for patients and their families.

Requirements

• Associate of Nursing (ASN).
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program, unless an exception is reviewed and approved by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
• Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
• For consideration under the nationally accredited program exception, more than two years of acute care experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care across the Behavioral Health Services areas: B8, C8, Secured Holding, and ECT.
• Care for patients with medical and psychiatric diagnoses, including patients requiring emergency psychiatric assessment and placement.
• Participate in cross-training and work in multiple behavioral health areas.
• Use de-escalation skills and medical nursing skills as appropriate to patient needs.
• Support care delivered in both medically licensed and behavioral health licensed settings.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Employer-paid medical leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program counseling at no cost
• Team member wellness programs with points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

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