RN FT Behavioral Health

Overview FT RN – Nights (12‑Hour Shifts) Agave Ridge Behavioral Health • Mesa, AZ Looking to build your nursing career in a place that actually feels meaningful? Agave Ridge Behavioral Health is hiring full‑time RNs for both day and night shifts. Our 100‑bed, state‑of‑the‑art facility in East Mesa supports adults experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other acute mental health needs. Why You'll Love This Role Modern, beautiful facility with a calm, supportive vibe Real impact on people who need it most A team that values communication, collaboration, and mental‑health awareness Space to grow your skills and build a strong clinical foundation A mission‑driven environment where your work matters every day Benefits Through Agave Ridge Behavioral Health Medical, dental, vision FSA/HSA options Short‑ & long‑term disability Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance & financial wellness programs…and more to support your life and career. Safety First Every team member carries a Personal Panic Alarm device across clinical and non‑clinical areas—so support is always one button away. If you want a role where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of a team that actually cares, Agave Ridge Behavioral Health is a great place to start. Responsibilities

REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs. Develop and implement nursing care plans. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co‑workers, and others involved inpatient treatment. Qualifications

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance abuse nursing experience a plus CPR and de‑escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. We are committed toprovidingequalemploymentopportunitiestoall applicantsforemploymentregardlessofanindividual’scharacteristicsprotected byapplicable state,federalandlocallaws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acadia Healthcare