About this role
Full-time (80 hours biweekly)
Schedule: evenings
Every-other weekend and rotating holidays
Sign On Bonus Eligible
Program Description
Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit
Join a dedicated team providing acute psychiatric care for adults ages 18 and older experiencing mental health crises. With an average length of stay of 6-8 days, the unit focuses on rapid assessment, stabilization, and treatment through medication management, therapeutic programming, and individual, group, and family therapy.
The unit cares for patients with a wide range of behavioral health needs, including mood and thought disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, dementia-related conditions, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and individuals at risk for self-harm or elopement. Care is delivered through a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach focused on stabilization and a successful transition to the next level of care.
General Summary
Provides professional nursing care at the beginner practitioner level in accordance with the principles of patient and family-centered care based on the nursing process and according to the clinical standards of the hospital. Acts as a primary nurse for patients on the unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. May require specialized skills depending on unit assignment.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
- Diploma Program Required or
- Associate's Degree Required
- Bachelor's Degree Nursing (BSN) Preferred
Work Experience:
- No experience. Required
Licenses:
- Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
- Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
- Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
Benefits Offered:
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Education assistance
- Financial education and support, including DailyPay
- Expanded Paid Parental Leave
For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)