Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health (Outpatient)

• Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health (Outpatient)
• Job Type: Full-time | Day Shift
• Wage scale: $42.09 - $77.43 per hour

Schedule

Days (8a-5p), 5x8, Monday-Friday Your experience matters Lourdes Health 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 Behavioral Health 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. More about our team Our Outpatient Behavioral Health team, of experienced psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, nurses, and support staff, work together to provide compassionate, patient-centered treatment across the continuum of behavioral health services. As part of our comprehensive Behavioral Health program, you'll be connected to a robust continuum of care that includes 32 licensed inpatient psychiatric beds, 16 licensed residential crisis triage beds, and 10 residential home beds.

This role offers a high level of autonomy, managing a caseload of 100+ patients and partnering closely with providers to support medication management and ongoing treatment plans. We foster a supportive culture built on collaboration, effective communication, professional growth, and work-life balance. How you'll contribute

A Behavioral Health RN who excels in this role

Manage a high-volume caseload of outpatient behavioral health patients. Partner with providers to coordinate medication management and treatment plans. Assess, educate, and support patients throughout their behavioral health journey.

Triage patient concerns, refill requests, and clinical questions. Monitor treatment effectiveness and communicate changes in patient condition. Coordinate care and referrals while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Promote patient safety, recovery, and positive health outcomes through compassionate, evidence-based care. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts Competitive paid time off for full-time employees Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness Professional development and growth opportunities What we're looking for Applicants should have a current Washington RN license or Compact RN License with Washington endorsement (if relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins), and possess an Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing school.

Additional requirements include:

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSN) preferred

Certifications

BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred

Experience

Minimum 1 year of behavioral health care nursing experience required

Skills

Candidates must be comfortable working autonomously in a highly independent outpatient setting. 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 Lourdes Medical Center is a 35-bed hospital located in Pasco, WA, and Lourdes Behavioral Health is a 48-bed hospital located in Richland, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

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EEOC Statement

Lourdes Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lourdes Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.