Registered Nurse, (RN) Behavioral Health
Healthcare employer
Louisburg, North Carolina
Posted Oct 26 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- 12-hour days
- 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.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →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 askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load and floating handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
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Registered Nurse (RN) – Adult Behavioral Health Up to $20,000k Sign on Bonus - Commitment Two Years
Schedule
Three
- 12 Hour Shifts, Full-Time Days (7:00 am - 7:00 pm)
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 More about our Team At Maria Parham Health, we know good health includes good mental health.
Our Franklin facility includes a unique Behavioral Health unit to serve the mental health needs of our area's population. Our Behavioral Health Unit is divided between 20 adult psychiatric units and our team of experienced and compassionate psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, nurses and support staff works with those between the ages of 18 and 55. The path to better mental wellness begins here! 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. 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?
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