Registered Nurse - Center For Behavioral Medicine - Full-Time - Days

Beacon Health System is seeking a full-time, day-shift Registered Nurse for our Center for Behavioral Medicine at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN. This position is a 0.90 FTE (36 hrs/wk) with a preferred schedule of 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM, including every 3rd weekend.

About the Role

As a Center for Behavioral Medicine Nurse, you’ll report to the Manager of Patient Care Services and provide professional nursing services. You will assess patient needs and initiate, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care. This role collaborates with professional, clinical, and ancillary staff to deliver quality care.

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively perform high-risk, high-frequency technical procedures in accordance with legal and professional standards.
• Prioritize patient care activities based on acuity, resource availability, patient preferences, and departmental needs.
• Identify and respond to physical or emotional health risks, initiating appropriate corrective or preventive actions.
• Maintain accountability for personal and delegated decisions, using evidence-based practices, protocols, and organizational values.
• Seek supervision or resources when needed to ensure safe and effective care; collaborate to resolve complex issues.
• Develop, revise, and evaluate individualized care plans reflecting patient goals, preferences, and needs across physical, emotional, social, and spiritual domains.
• Ensure continuity of care through appropriate interventions, modifying plans based on effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes within established guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team members to achieve positive outcomes and satisfaction.
• Delegate tasks appropriately based on patient needs, staff roles, and competencies while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Support professional development of peers through role modeling, feedback, and precepting.
• Advocate for patients and families to ensure appropriate care and outcomes.
• Address conflicts constructively and participate in decision-making processes, demonstrating adaptability and support for change.

Requirements

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Indiana.
• Candidates hired after January 1, 2014, must obtain a BSN within five (5) years of employment as a Registered Nurse or become certified in their area of specialty (certification must be maintained per accrediting body standards).

Skills

• High level of knowledge and competency in performing nursing care procedures, assessments, treatment, and techniques.
• Advanced analytical skills to solve complex problems and make decisions related to patient care.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, visitors, physicians, and others.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Local and National Discounts
• Beacon Academy Educational Courses
• Gym Membership Discount

About Elkhart General Hospital

Elkhart General Hospital is a not-for-profit, 357-licensed-bed hospital located in Elkhart, Indiana. Serving the community for over 100 years, it offers a range of services including:

• Emergency Department
• Radiology
• Orthopedics
• Maternity, pregnancy, and childbirth
• Behavioral health
• Imaging and lab
• Genetic counseling
• DaVinci robotic surgery

As part of Beacon Health System, patients have access to providers and resources across the entire health system.

The Beacon Way

At Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it’s built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.