staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health - $31-40 per hour

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health for a nursing job in Smyrna, Georgia.

• Specialty: Behavioral Health
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Staff

Staff Registered Nurse
***$3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS for Part-Time RN's! ***

Ridgeview Institute has been a staple in the state of Georgia and nationwide for the treatment of both addiction and behavioral health for over 40 years. We provide a comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance abuse treatment services based upon a commitment to excellence and quality care to patients and their loved ones.

Located on a 37-acre wooded campus in the city of Smyrna, GA on the outskirts of Atlanta, Ridgeview Institute provides a safe, caring environment with Psychiatrists, Nurses, Social Workers, Counselors, Activity Therapists and Mental Health Technicians. Treatment services include inpatient and outpatient services and aftercare.

To learn more about Ridgeview Institute, please visit: have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Staff RN!

The Staff Nurse (R.N.) is a registered professional nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE REGISTERED NURSE (RN) are as follows but not limited to the duties listed below:

Provide and coordinate care by assessing physical and behavioral health needs of patients, develop and implement nursing care plans, maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures
Ensure patient’s status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information gathered is documented. Notify physician of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency or change in medical status regarding response to medications, etc.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.

Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the Georgia State Board of Nursing.

Additional Requirements: Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications. CPR/ First Aid certification and successful completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior including restraint and seclusion policies, CPI, within 90 days of employment, and prior to assisting in restraining procedures.

Ridgeview Institute offers competitive rates and benefits including:

Paid Time Off
Paid Medical only for Full Time RN's
Discounted Medical for Part Time RN's
Dental and Vision Plans
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Shift differentials
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Activities
Employee Recognition Program

At Ridgeview Institute we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna Job ID #1​0​4​0​3​6.

Ridgeview Institute has been a staple in the state of Georgia and nationwide for the treatment of both addiction and behavioral health for over 40 years. We provide a comprehensive continuum of mental health and substance abuse treatment services based upon a commitment to excellence and quality care to patients and their loved ones.

Located on a 37-acre wooded campus in the city of Smyrna, GA on the outskirts of Atlanta, Ridgeview Institute provides a safe, caring environment with Psychiatrists, Nurses, Social Workers, Counselors, Activity Therapists and Mental Health Technicians. Treatment services include inpatient and outpatient services and aftercare.

To learn more about Ridgeview Institute, please visit: https://ridgeviewsmyrna.com/

• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Referral bonus
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Sign-On bonus