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The Behavioral Health RN provides care to patients of all ages who suffer from any type of mental illness or mental distress. She/he is knowledgeable of a wide range of disorders including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, dementia, depression and substance abuse. Responsible for medication management.The Behavioral Health RN works with the psychiatrist, case management and families in treatment planning. The RN applies clinical nursing knowledge and utilizes demonstrated skills to ensure the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational and professional standards.
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health
Clinic Location: North Houston Campus
Department:Behavioral Medicine
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $80,027 - $98,867 (Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.)
Qualifications
Education
Required:Graduate from an accredited professional registered nursing program.
Preferred:Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Experience
Required: 3+ years Behavioral Health and Nursing experience.
Current BLS issued by the American Heart Association.
Preferred: Two years in ambulatory care setting
License(s)
Required:Current and valid Texas RN license
Preferred:Certification in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
Special Skills
Required:Strong interpersonal skills are required to develop a therapeutic relationship/milieu to support the
treatment plan. Able to triage and handle psychiatric emergencies.
Able to use equipment and related supplies for selected patient population for the assigned clinical area.
Computer experience.
Preferred:Able to coordinate patient care across various sub specialties and with affiliate providers. Good
knowledge of Behavioral Health diagnostic tests and medicines used in the treatment of Behavioral Health
disorders. Windows based computer skills and EMR experience helpful.
Windows bases computer skills
EPIC experience
Other
Required:N/A
Preferred:Advanced Cardiac Life Support and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Working Environment:Medical Clinic
About Us
Start your career journey and become a part of a community of renowned Healthcare professionals. Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is Houston’s fastest growing, multispecialty organization with more than 40 premier locations and over 65 specialties. Our clinics are comprised of more than 600 physicians and as we continue to grow, our focus is providing quality patient care by adding to our team of clinical and non-clinical professionals that work together in a convenient, coordinated, and collaborative manner. Enjoy the rewards of a successful career while maintaining a work/life balance by joining our team today and changing the way health cares.
Why Kelsey-Seybold Clinic?
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Matching 401K
- Employee Reward and Recognition Program
- Paid time off for vacation, sick, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing Medical Education allowance
