Registered Nurse RN - Psych Unit

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital

Chicago, ILFull-time$35.35–53.58/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$35.35–53.58/hr
Location
Chicago, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Registered Nurse in the Behavioral Health Adult Intensive Unit (Males) provides compassionate, evidence‑based nursing care to patients with behavioral health and psychiatric conditions, assessing individuals, developing care plans, administering medications, monitoring status, and documenting in the EMR while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Registered Nurse LicenseBLS CertificationMental Health Law KnowledgeInterdisciplinary Team Process KnowledgeBehavioral Health Programming KnowledgeContinuum of Care KnowledgeElectronic Medical Record

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Bonus Amount $10,000.00 Bonus Information Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process. Overview

Department: Behavioral Health - Adult Intensive Unit (Males)

Schedule: Full Time - Nights |3-12 hour shifts| 7p-7:30a

Hourly Rate: $35.35 to $53.58 an hour

Sign-On Bonus Available!

Interview Process:

  • Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds

  • One interview with quick decision‑making

  • Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability

  • Apply, interview, and receive an offer quickly!

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides compassionate, evidence-based care to patients with behavioral health and psychiatric conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess patients and develop individualized nursing care plans.

  • Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions.

  • Monitor patient condition and document care in the EMR.

  • Respond to psychiatric crises using appropriate de-escalation and intervention techniques.

  • Facilitate therapeutic groups and provide patient education.

  • Implement seclusion and restraint procedures in accordance with policy when clinically indicated.

  • Collaborate with psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, social workers, and the interdisciplinary care team.

  • Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, coping strategies, and discharge planning.

  • Promote patient safety, recovery, and positive clinical outcomes.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

  1. Must have current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4. Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units. 5. Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care.

Pay Transparency

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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