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Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

Healthcare employer

Louisburg, North Carolina

Posted Oct 26 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour nights
Unit and setting
Psych
License
RN license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required upon hire.
Education
Current state RN license and an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school.
Also asks
Critical thinking and decisive judgment; able to work with minimal supervision in stressful environments. Ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple clinical software systems. Effective English communication (read, write, speak, and understand). Ability to successfully complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.After hire · within 90 days
Also asks
No call
Also asks
Every other weekend
Also asks
Rotating Holidays

Preferred

Experience
One year of experience is preferred (new grads encouraged to apply)
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

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  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

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  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • How many hours and shifts are expected each week?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

Original listing

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Registered Nurse (RN) – Adult Behavioral Health

Schedule

Three

  • 12 Hour Shifts, Full-Time Nights (7:00 pm - 7:00 am)

Location: Maria Parham Franklin – Louisburg, NC Your Experience Matters Maria Parham is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Summary

Provides direct patient care using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice for behavioral health patients. Collaborates with the interprofessional team to support a safe, therapeutic environment and high-quality outcomes. Reports to: Director or Manager of Department How You’ll Contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role

Performs plan-of-care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, and other medical care activities. Documents patient care provided in a timely and accurate manner. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team, physicians, patients, and families.

Assists patients with activities of daily living (hygiene, elimination, nutrition, ambulation). Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate care (transfers, discharges, referrals, and psychosocial/spiritual support needs).

Assesses learning needs and delivers age-/culture-appropriate patient and family education. Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. Participates in unit and organizational performance improvement and required continuing education.

Provides quality patient care and works other shifts/units as needed; may be assigned on-call. Performs other duties as assigned.

What We Offer

Fundamental to providing outstanding care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan. Competitive paid time off.

Opportunities for PTO cash-out PTO donation program for those in need. Employee assistance program that covers mental, physical, and financial wellness Loan repayment and tuition reimbursement/assistance for qualified applicants. Robust employee recognition and awards programs.

FREE Parking! These are just a few examples of the many benefits we offer to you What we're looking for Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina (or compact license) Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) from an accredited nursing program Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (required) Handle with Care preferred. Active North Carolina RN license (single state) or compact required.

If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins

Patient Populations Served

Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult. Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record. Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be present. Physical Requirements (typical): Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, keyboard entry, and repetitive hand/arm movements; occasional sitting, squatting, and kneeling; rare running or climbing. Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood/body fluids, hazardous medications, and latex.

Qualifications and Requirements

Current state RN license and an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required upon hire. One year of experience is preferred (new grads encouraged to apply) No call Every other weekend Rotating Holidays Skills Critical thinking and decisive judgment; able to work with minimal supervision in stressful environments. Ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple clinical software systems. Effective English communication (read, write, speak, and understand). Ability to successfully complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

About Our Health System

Maria Parham is a 98-bed hospital located in Henderson, NC. It is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier, with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities nationwide. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Maria Parham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

What's around it?

In Louisburg, NC

Louisburg, NCFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 6% below the US average

Median rent
$991/mo
Household income
$38,036/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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