What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - PRN, Hurricane position at Southwest Behavioral Health Center?
Starting Wage: $37.50/hour ( DOE)
Are you looking for part-time, on-call work supporting people trapped in the cycle of substance use or mental illness in the local community? Are you an energetic Registered Nurse that embodies advocacy and innovation? If so, become part of our forward-thinking facility that is the first of its kind in southern Utah. This is a highly impactful role with the opportunity to help transform lives of people in our community. Flexible to cover graveyard OR daytime shifts 7pm to 7am OR 7am to 7pm 365/24/7.
POSTING CLOSES AT 8:00 A.M. ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026.
Job Summary
Performs a variety of professional medical duties as needed to assist medical and clinical staff in the treatment, care, and evaluation of adults experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorder crises. This position requires that employees be able to respond to medical and/or behavioral emergencies quickly and effectively while maintaining their composure
Essential Functions/Duties/Requirements
· Assessment of the physical and psychosocial condition of clients while cultivating a positive and supportive relationship.
· Knowledge of psychotropic medications, and Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT) medications, including potential side effects of both.
· Works independently with minimal supervision as well as effectively as a team contributor while understanding the necessity of communicating and/or coordinating client care with other employees and associated organizations including local mental health entities and area law enforcement.
General Responsibilities
· Coordination of services related to client care with peer support, case management, therapists, and other members of the multi-disciplinary treatment team involved in client advocacy.
· Assess and/or evaluate the client's mental/physical status at admission and throughout their stay.
· Address client medical needs promptly.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited schools Registered Nurse (RN) program.
Required experience:
Requires a minimum of one to three years of experience as an RN. Specialization in the field of mental health preferred.
Licenses and/or Certifications:
Valid Utah Registered Nurse License; current and in good standing. Must maintain all nursing licensure requirements as outlined by Utah DOPL.
Ability to pass a background check (BCI).
Training: Complete Southwest Behavioral Health Center required training, including; CPR
Schedule: 12-hour shifts, facility is open 365/24/7
Salary : $38