Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health - FT Night

Lifepoint Health•Russellville, AR

About The Position

Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is hiring a full-time Behavioral Health Registered Nurse for night shifts, scheduled as three 12-hour shifts. The RN provides care to adults ages 18–64 using a multidisciplinary approach alongside psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, nurses, and support staff. The role offers a sign-on incentive of up to $15,000. The position requires an associate degree and an active Arkansas or compact-state RN license; an AHA Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire. One year of previous experience is preferred, and a BSN is preferred. Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is a 170-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center serving the Russellville community. It is recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval for its commitment to healthcare quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
Active Arkansas or compact-state RN license required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

One year of previous experience preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care using the nursing process and in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Carry out plan-of-care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, and other medical care.
Document care provided.
Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate to the care team, physician, patient, and family.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Collaborate across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharge, referrals, and spiritual or psychosocial support needs.
Evaluate patient and/or family learning needs and provide education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
Advocate for patients’ physical and emotional well-being.

Benefits

Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid family leave and paid time off.
Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
Loan assistance.
401(k) retirement package with company match.
Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Sign-on incentive of up to $15,000.