What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Psychiatric Nurse position at Lake County Illinois?
The Residential Nurse is a valuable member of our Behavioral Health team who is responsible for providing nursing care to people with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses in a 24-hour behavioral health residential program, including intake assessments, administering medications, and ongoing medical care. Responsible for direct care of clients, including crisis intervention and triage on admission, participating in developing treatment plans with clients, and providing emergency assessments for possible hospitalizations. Responsible for supporting medical and psychiatric providers on the unit.
Schedule: 40 hours a week
- Weekdays vary (2:45 pm-11:15 pm)
- Every other weekend is required
- $5.00 shift differential for working hours deemed eligible for shift and weekend premium
Education
- Associate’s degree, (2) two years experience in general nursing care is required, plus one year of experience in behavioral health is preferred - OR -
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma, (1) one year experience in general nursing care required, plus one year of experience in behavioral health field is preferred.
- Illinois Licensure as a (RN) Registered Professional Nurse.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: $35.16 - $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Physical Setting:
- Rehabilitation center
License/Certification:
- Illinois License as a (RN) Registered Nurse (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $36
