RN; Not Remote, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

UHS • Benton, AR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Rivendell Behavioral Health Services is seeking an Admissions and Referral Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing care during patient assessment and admission processes at its acute behavioral healthcare facility in Benton, Arkansas. The role handles a range of situations and patient populations and communicates effectively with referral sources. The nurse assesses patients through observation of physical and behavioral symptoms, documents information accurately and promptly, participates in developing individualized care plans, implements those plans according to hospital policy, and communicates relevant information to other service areas. The position also encompasses duties delegated to Admissions and Referral representatives as needed.

The RN works within the scope of practice and competency guidelines established by the Arkansas Board of Nursing, and follows agency policies, protocols, and standards. The listed schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The posting also describes the role as PRN.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Hold an Arkansas RN license or be license eligible.
• Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with patients, families, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to work as part of a team and treat all patients with respect.
• CPR and Handle with Care/Verbal De-escalation certifications are mandatory; they are offered upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients during assessment and admission.
• Assess patients through observation of physical and behavioral symptoms.
• Document patient data accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in formulating individual care plans and implement them according to hospital policy.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to other service areas and referral sources.
• Perform Admissions and Referral representative duties as needed.
• Practice within Arkansas Board of Nursing rules and regulations and agency policies, protocols, and standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for PRN nurses
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree