Behavioral Health Unit - RN - (RPT)

About the Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) in our Behavioral Health Unit plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals across the lifespan. In this position, you will assess, plan, coordinate, and implement care tailored to the unique emotional, psychological, and medical needs of each patient. Our RNs are supported in providing high-quality care in a safe, collaborative environment that values clinical excellence, flexibility, and continuous improvement. You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives every day.

We’re looking for nurses who are:

• Passionate about behavioral health and patient advocacy
• Thrive in a team-oriented, respectful environment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues
• Adapt confidently to evolving processes and patient needs
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgment and a commitment to quality care

In this role, you’ll be empowered to build strong therapeutic relationships, contribute to positive patient outcomes, and grow both professionally and personally.

Schedule

Regular Part Time – 24 hrs/week (Nights)

• 3-week rotation:
  • Week 1: Thursday, Friday
  • Week 2: Friday, Saturday
  • Week 3: Sunday, Monday

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, coordinate, and implement care tailored to patients' emotional, psychological, and medical needs
• Manage, coordinate, and direct nurses in administrative tasks
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, and physicians
• Problem-solve and adapt to day-to-day work challenges
• Coordinate multiple tasks while setting priorities
• Understand and manage all medications and equipment in the department

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Maintains current RN or LPN license within the state of Idaho
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS HCP)
• Facility designated de-escalation training within one year of hire
• One (1) year of psychiatric nursing experience preferred
• One (1) year of nursing experience preferred
• Knowledgeable in medical terminology
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Windows-based programs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

Retirement

• 457(b) Retirement Plan
• Hospital Pension Plan – 401(a)

Health Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Plans
• 340B Pharmacy Program
• Madisonhealth Services Discount

Paid Time Off

• Regular Part Time: 3.69 hrs per pay period
• Full Time: 6.77 hrs per pay period
• Long Term Sick based on percentage of hours worked

Work-Life Balance

• Employee Assistance Program offering:
  • Personal counseling (in-person and virtual)
  • Life management services (child and senior care, moving, pets, home repair, disaster support, discounts, etc.)
  • Senior care management
  • Child care referral services
  • Lifestyle coaching
  • Health and wellness resources
  • Legal & financial services
  • Support tools for managers
  • Onsite and virtual trainings
  • Critical Incident Stress Management services