We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in the Inpatient Behavioral Health unit at Appalachian Regional Behavioral Health Hospital. The Inpatient Behavioral Health RN plays a critical role in assessing, planning, and delivering nursing care to patients with mental health disorders. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing patient-centered care. Responsibilities include:

1. Assess patients' mental health status, including psychiatric symptoms, suicidal ideation, and behavioral disturbances.
2. Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
3. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, monitoring patients for therapeutic response and potential side effects.
4. Provide therapeutic interventions and support to patients and families to promote coping skills and emotional well-being.
5. Monitor patients for changes in condition or behavior, intervening promptly to prevent escalation of symptoms or crisis situations.
6. Conduct ongoing patient assessments, including physical health status, vital signs, and psychiatric symptoms, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
7. Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.
8. Facilitate group therapy sessions, psychoeducation groups, and therapeutic activities to promote recovery and rehabilitation.
9. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, hospital policies, and best practices in psychiatric nursing care.
10. Provide patient and family education on mental health conditions, treatment options, and community resources.
11. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
12. Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to ethical guidelines and HIPAA regulations.

Compensation is commensurate with education and experience. Hiring compensation ranges from $33.00-$47.85 per hour. This position is full-time, eligible for differential on top of base rate of pay for qualifying shifts, and benefits eligible after a 60-day waiting period.