Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Type: FTE | Nights
Pay Range: $34.04-$45.96 per hour

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus may be available!

Your experience matters

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Come join us in our journey of opening a brand-new hospital!

More about our team

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a brand-new 72 bed behavioral health facility opening in 2026. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

How you'll contribute 

As an RN, you'll help create a safe, supportive environment where patients receive compassionate behavioral health care. You will:

• Assess patients, develop individualized care plans, and document care accurately.
• Monitor changes in condition, respond quickly, and communicate with the care team.
• Administer medications safely and follow hospital policies and nursing standards.
• Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care with empathy, dignity, and respect.
• Support shift leadership, team collaboration, and a therapeutic patient environment.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand new facility:  Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What we're looking for

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Education: Graduate of an accredit nursing school with valid RN licensure.
• Experience: One year or more of behavioral health experience highly preferred.

About Us 

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a 72-bed behavioral health hospital committed to offering exceptional care to the Lynchburg community. We are part of  Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. 

EEOC Statement

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.