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RN Behavioral Health (LaSalle General Hospital)

SUNRISE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT

Jena, Louisiana

$35–$42/hr

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RNBehavioral HealthPsychiatric

Last seen active Aug 5, 2026

What the posting states

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$35–$42/hr
Shift
Full-time position: Night Shift

About this role

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Lasalle General Hospital in Jena, LA is seeking experienced registered nurses (RNs) for our Behavioral Health Unit. Our patients, experiencing mental, emotional and behavioral challenges. will depend on your compassionate care and medical expertise during their healing process. Experience with geriatrics, mental health and medical/surgical preferred. Full-time position: Night Shift *RN Job Responsibilities* * Planning, providing, and evaluating direct and indirect nursing care to patients * Providing, directing and guiding patient teaching, discharge planning, and care * Insuring that high standards of professional nursing are maintained * Supervising Certified Nursing Assistants as assigned * Contributing to educational and quality management *RN Job Requirements* * Must hold a current state license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the standards of the state; * Mental health, geriatric and medical surgical experience a plus * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to visually assess patient's behavior and distinguish changes in emotions and conditions * Excellent organizational and time management skills * Able to work independently and with a team Sunrise Healthcare Management offers competitive hourly wages. Qualified candidates only please submit resume. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour Benefits: * Health insurance * Paid time off Work Location: In person

Requirements

  • Must hold a current state license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the standards of the state
  • Mental health, geriatric and medical surgical experience a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to visually assess patient's behavior and distinguish changes in emotions and conditions
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Able to work independently and with a team

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

About the employer

SUNRISE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
Hiring organization

You are looking at Sunrise Healthcare Management in Jena, Louisiana. Beyond the city and state, public detail on units, pay ranges, scheduling, and growth programs is not in the material we have, so you will want to ask those questions…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Located in Jena, Louisiana
  • Louisiana is a compact-license state
  • Flat state income tax near 3%

What reviewers flag

  • No usable pay figures in our postings yet
  • No published residency, tuition, or career-ladder detail
  • Scheduling, float, and ratio policies not stated

Living in Jena, LA

Jena is a small rural town in central Louisiana's La Salle Parish, offering a quiet, close-knit community atmosphere. Pine forests and rolling countryside define the surrounding landscape, making it ideal for nurses seeking a slower pace away from urban congestion. Local culture reflects classic Louisiana charm with friendly neighbors and easy access to outdoor recreation.

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State price level · Louisiana
88.2
12% below the national average

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