Behavioral Health Psych Nurse - Full Time Days

Children's Hospital and Health System

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adoption, Basic Life Support (BLS), Behavioral Health, Child and Youth Services, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Nursing, Communication Skills, Community Health, Crisis Intervention, Emergency Care, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Medicine, Mentoring, Nursing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatrics, Policy Development, Primary Care, Process Improvement, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Team Building, Urgent Care
LOCATION
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
POSTED
17 days ago

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/

Schedule Details: 36 hours/week, Day shift (7-7)

Looking for a compassionate Behavioral Health Nurse delivering expert clinical care and consultative support for patients with mental and behavioral health needs. Skilled in assessment, crisis prevention, and evidence-based interventions, with a strong focus on collaboration, safety, and family-centered care in diverse populations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide behavioral health consultation to interdisciplinary teams, guiding care for psychiatric and psychosocial needs

  • Conduct mental health screenings, assessments, and coordinate appropriate care and referrals

  • Collaborate to develop individualized, integrated care plans for pediatric patients and families

  • Apply evidence-based practices and the nursing process to drive optimal patient outcomes

  • Support crisis prevention, de-escalation, and safe patient care environments

  • Maintain accurate, compliant EMR documentation of interventions, outcomes, and services

  • Partner with care teams to ensure effective communication and care coordination

  • Contribute to policy development, program improvement, and regulatory readiness

  • Create culturally responsive education materials for patients, families, and staff

  • Serve as a clinical resource and mentor, supporting team development and quality care delivery

Qualifications

  • ADN required; BSN preferred

  • 1+ year nursing experience required

  • 1+ years experience with patients having co-occurring behavioral health presentations, or in psychiatric or behavioral health required

  • Experience with diverse populations

  • Experience in a pediatric medical setting preferred

  • Experience working with children, adolescents, and families preferred

  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required

  • License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin required
     

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin

About the Company

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Children's Hospital and Health System