Registered Nurse (Psych)
About The Position
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses to provide high-quality behavioral health nursing care in an inpatient setting. Nurses work with a multidisciplinary team serving children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. The role involves direct patient care, nursing assessments, medication administration, monitoring patient progress, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes. Nurses help create a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for healing. Full-time opportunities are available on 12-hour shifts, with a required weekend rotation. Perimeter describes its workplace as committed to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, education, career advancement, mentorship, and collaborative care. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Texas or an active Compact RN License.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current CPR certification.
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or inpatient mental health.
- Experience working with pediatric or adolescent populations.
- Knowledge of psychiatric assessment, crisis intervention, and behavioral health treatment.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered nursing care in an inpatient behavioral health setting.
- Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Monitor patient progress and communicate changes to the treatment team.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and nursing standards.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Respond appropriately to psychiatric and medical emergencies.
- Promote patient safety while maintaining a therapeutic environment.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other clinical staff to coordinate care.
- Build positive relationships with patients, families, and coworkers.
- Serve as a patient advocate while protecting patient rights and dignity.
- Support and mentor fellow nursing staff as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Supplemental insurance options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Ongoing education and training
- Career advancement opportunities
- Supportive leadership and mentorship
- Collaborative multidisciplinary teams
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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