Registered Nurse - Behavior Health Unit (Rn)

Deaconess Health System
  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • Autofill and Review
9 days ago

Job Description

Join a team that makes a difference every day. Our Jennie Stuart locations is looking for a compassionate and motivated Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (BHU) to provide exceptional care to patients in our 12-bed Behavioral Health Unit. This role is perfect for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and are passionate about helping patients on their path to healing and recovery.

Job Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
  • Administer and document medications safely and accurately
  • Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to update and implement individualized care plans
  • Educate patients and families on treatment goals and progress
  • Operate equipment safely, maintain a clean and organized workspace, and uphold all safety standards
  • Demonstrate professionalism and compassion while maintaining patient confidentiality and supporting hospital policies
  • Serve as a positive role model for teamwork, communication, and patient advocacy

What We're Looking For

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Current RN license in the state of Kentucky or a compact state
  • BLS Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (required, must be current)
  • Strong understanding of medication administration and patient care protocols
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Confidence and composure in high-stress situations
  • Commitment to patient confidentiality, ethical standards, and continuous learning

Numbers & Facts

LocationHopkinsville, KY

Skills

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Behavioral Healthunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Hospitalunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Medical Treatmentunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Nursing Credentialsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Patient Confidentialityunmatched
  • Patient Educationunmatched
  • Quality of Careunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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