Behavioral Health RN

Behavioral Health RNVeracityRutledge, IA, United States**Description**Behavioral Health RN Ottumwa, IA Full Time Must-Haves Graduate of a Registered Nursing program Current BCLS certification Current Iowa Registered Nurse License or compact state nursing license allowing practice in Iowa The Behavioral Health RN provides direct nursing care to patients with behavioral and mental health needs in an acute care or behavioral health setting. This role requires strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team to ensure safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered care. SUPERVISES: May provide functional guidance to Behavioral Health Technicians or support staff (as assigned) DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Provide comprehensive nursing care to behavioral health patients in accordance with established standards and policies Perform patient assessments, develop nursing care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes Administer medications and monitor patient responses Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and interdisciplinary care teams Monitor patient safety, manage crisis situations, and utilize de-escalation techniques as appropriate Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and available resources Ensure compliance with hospital policies, Joint Commission, CMS, and state regulatory requirements Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Strong knowledge of behavioral health nursing principles and practices Ability to assess and respond effectively to patients experiencing mental health crises Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress healthcare environment Strong critical thinking, decision-making, and documentation skills Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams EDUCATION: Graduate of a Registered Nursing program required EXPERIENCE Behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience preferred Acute care hospital experience a plus CERTIFICATE / LICENSE Current BCLS certification Current Iowa RN license or compact/multistate RN license permitting practice in Iowa Recruiter Submission Template - Full Name: Graduate of a Registered Nursing Program? (Yes/No - School & Graduation Year): Current BCLS Certification: (Yes/No - Expiration Date): Current Iowa RN License or Compact License Allowing Practice in Iowa: (Yes/No - License State(s), Number, Expiration Date) Total Years of RN Experience: Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Nursing Experience: (Yes/No - details): Acute Care Hospital Experience: (Yes/No - details): Comfortable Working in a Behavioral Health Setting: (Yes/No): Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local): Motivation / Reason for Interest in This Position: Contact Number: Email ID: LinkedIn Profile URL: Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code): Notice Period (in weeks): Current Work Authorization Status: Expected Salary: Are you able to relocate on your own expenses and work 100% ON-SITE in Ottumwa, IA? (Yes/No) #J-18808-Ljbffr