Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

Job Title Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health Job Overview At Rainier Springs, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. You will be a vital member of the Behavioral Health unit dedicated to making communities healthier. Job Details Job Type: Full‑time | 3x12s | Day Shift Wage Scale: $42.55 – $57.45 per hour Department / Unit Summary The Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) will coordinate and deliver quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients hospitalized for treatment of substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric or emotional disorders. The RN will assume direct responsibility for observation, delegation, and leadership of the unit staff and patients. The RN will serve actively and constructively as a member of the multi‑disciplinary team, supporting the organization, program, and unit philosophy of care. The RN will ensure the safety and well‑being of each patient, adhere to all medical orders, initiate and follow treatment planning, and act as a patient advocate at all times. Facility details: 72 Bed, 3 Units, 24 Patients per Unit, 2 Nurses and 3 PCAs per Unit, 12‑hour shifts. Key Responsibilities Assess the patient and plan care within set timeframes and document findings according to policies. Oversee and supervise the shift. Demonstrate leadership through duties such as delegating tasks (e.g., groups, close observation, meal supervision). Oversee staff to ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and exemplary patient care is consistently delivered by self and all members of the team. Monitor patient for change of condition and respond accordingly up to and including notifying the physician. Follow hospital policy for medication administration. Consistently use empathy, dignity, and respect when interacting with patients. Deliver quality nursing care to ensure that goals of the treatment plan are properly executed, following hospital policies and procedures and demonstrated nursing competencies. Assist/performs comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients. What We Offer Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible spending and health‑savings accounts. Competitive paid time off for full‑time employees. Income‑protection programs, such as life, accident, critical‑injury insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and identity theft coverage. Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching. Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness. Professional development and growth opportunities. Qualifications and Requirements Current state RN license. Bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited nursing school. BLS certification. One year of experience preferred. Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred. Experience in patient assessments, family motivations, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities. Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State) If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately. You can contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io to report the issue. For more information on your rights under Washington's pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: EEOC Statement Rainier Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rainier Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lifepoint Health®