The Role at a Glance
This position provides clinical and administrative nursing support within a behavioral health setting. The Registered Nurse delivers patient-centred care under physician direction, supports therapeutic interventions, and contributes to treatment planning, education, and discharge coordination. The role plays a key part in maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
Where You’ll Drive Impact
- Deliver comprehensive psychiatric nursing care in alignment with clinical standards and established protocols.
- Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Assess patient needs using the nursing process and document findings accurately and consistently within required timeframes.
- Administer medications and treatments safely, ensuring accurate documentation in the medical record and medication administration system.
- Participate in treatment planning, progress reviews, discharge planning, and referral coordination.
- Monitor patient behavior, intervene appropriately, and support a structured therapeutic milieu.
- Facilitate patient education, group activities, and rehabilitation support as required.
- Review and transcribe physician orders with attention to accuracy and clarity.
- Recognize and respond to medical and psychiatric changes in patient condition, documenting interventions clearly.
- Support unit operations through effective organization, prioritization, and follow-through on assigned responsibilities.
- Provide guidance and support to nursing staff when assigned, and step into leadership responsibilities as needed.
- Maintain required competencies, certifications, and ongoing professional development in psychiatric nursing practice.
- Participate in meetings, training sessions, and quality or program initiatives as assigned.
Expertise and Strengths
- Strong clinical foundation in psychiatric nursing principles and practices.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills in high-acuity or emotionally complex environments.
- Sound judgment, emotional resilience, and the ability to manage stress professionally.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail in clinical documentation.
- Current Basic Life Support certification.
Education
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
Career Experience
- Prior experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing is preferred.
Licensure and Certifications
- Active Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Iowa, including multistate licensure where applicable.
- Iowa Mandatory Reporter certification for child and dependent adult abuse.
- Current BLS certification.
Employee Benefits Overview
- Dental insurance
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
Sign-On Bonus
A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered to support your transition into the role. This incentive is provided with a two-year employment commitment and reflects the organization’s investment in experienced professionals who are ready to make an immediate impact.
About the Client
Our client is a long-established regional healthcare provider committed to supporting healthier communities through accessible, high-quality care.
The organization is supported by experienced, often board-certified physicians and highly trained clinical and support teams. Staff work collaboratively to provide coordinated care, ensuring patients and families receive consistent, attentive support throughout the care process.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance