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Registered Nurse (RN)

Perimeter Healthcare Careers

West Memphis, Arkansas

Join our dedicated nursing team in making a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents facing mental health challenges.

Posted Sep 22 · New grads welcomed

Pay
Not posted
Shift and hours
12-⁠hour shifts · 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am
Unit and setting
behavioral health setting · Behavioral Health Join our dedicated nursing team in making a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents facing mental health challenges.children and adolescents facing mental health challenges
License
RN license Active Registered Nurse license in [state] (or eligible compact license)Registered Nurse license
Term
Permanent Full-time positions availableFull-time

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
License
Registered Nurse license Active Registered Nurse license in [state] (or eligible compact license) Check your license
Certification
CPR certification Current CPR certification
Education
graduate of an accredited nursing program Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Also asks
strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Also asks
commitment to patient-centered care Commitment to patient-centered care

Preferred

Experience
experience in behavioral health or pediatric nursing Experience in behavioral health or pediatric nursing
Experience
background in inpatient psychiatric care Background in inpatient psychiatric care
Also asks
knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment Knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment
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.

    Find residencies
  2. 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
  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.

What it pays

Benefits

  • BenefitsCompetitive salaryCompetitive salary
  • Benefits401(k) plan with company match401(k) plan with company match
  • BenefitsHealth, dental, and vision insuranceHealth, dental, and vision insurance
  • BenefitsLife insuranceLife insurance
  • BenefitsGenerous paid time offGenerous paid time off
  • BenefitsSupplemental insurance plans availableSupplemental insurance plans available
More benefits (3)
  • BenefitsOngoing training and developmentOngoing training and development
  • BenefitsCareer advancement opportunitiesCareer advancement opportunities
  • BenefitsNew graduate mentorship programNew graduate mentorship program

The role and schedule

Day to day
Deliver excellent nursing care to adolescents and adults Deliver excellent nursing care to adolescents and adults in our behavioral health setting
Patients
adolescents and adults in behavioral health setting
Day to day
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans
Day to day
Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed
Day to day
Document patient care accurately and thoroughly through daily progress notes Document patient care accurately and thoroughly through daily progress notes
Day to day
Collaborate with treatment team to develop and implement measurable treatment goals Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement measurable treatment goals
Day to day
Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment that protects patients' rights Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment that protects patients' rights
Day to day
Build professional relationships with patients, families, and staff members Build professional relationships with patients, families, and staff members
Day to day
Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination
Day to day
Mentor and support nursing team members Mentor and support nursing team members
Day to day
Advocate for patient needs and ensure quality of care Advocate for patient needs and ensure quality of care
Care model
collaborative, multidisciplinary approach Collaborative, multidisciplinary approach
Weekends
weekend rotation required Weekend rotation required

The workplace

Perimeter Healthcare Careers
Hiring organization

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and call?
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?
Build questions for this role

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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Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

About Perimeter Behavioral Health

Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment to service excellence extends across several states and different care settings. Our team ensures patients receive the high-quality, personalized care they need to overcome mental health and behavioral challenges. We offer a range of settings including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient counseling and therapies.

Role Overview

Join our dedicated nursing team in making a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents facing mental health challenges. As a Behavioral Health RN, you'll provide compassionate, evidence- based nursing care while working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary treatment team.

Core Responsibilities

Clinical Care  Deliver excellent nursing care to adolescents and adults in our behavioral health setting  Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans  Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as needed  Document patient care accurately and thoroughly through daily progress notes  Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement measurable treatment goals

  • Leadership & Environment
  •  Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment that protects patients' rights
  •  Build professional relationships with patients, families, and staff members
  •  Participate in treatment team meetings and care coordination
  •  Mentor and support nursing team members
  •  Advocate for patient needs and ensure quality of care

Qualifications

  • Required
  •  Active Registered Nurse license in [state] (or eligible compact license)
  •  Graduate of an accredited nursing program
  •  Current CPR certification
  •  Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  •  Commitment to patient-centered care
  • Preferred
  •  Experience in behavioral health or pediatric nursing
  •  Background in inpatient psychiatric care
  •  Knowledge of mental health assessment and treatment
  • Schedule
  •  12-hour shifts (7am-7pm or 7pm-7am)
  •  Weekend rotation required
  •  Full-time positions available

Why Join Perimeter?

  • Comprehensive Benefits
  •  Competitive salary
  •  401(k) plan with company match
  •  Health, dental, and vision insurance
  •  Life insurance
  •  Generous paid time off
  •  Supplemental insurance plans available
  • Professional Growth
  •  Supportive team environment
  •  Ongoing training and development
  •  Career advancement opportunities
  •  New graduate mentorship program
  • Work Environment
  •  Collaborative, multidisciplinary approach
  •  Focus on evidence-based practices
  •  Commitment to quality care
  •  Supportive leadership team

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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What's around it?

In West Memphis, AR

West Memphis, ARFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 13% below the US average

Median rent
$870/mo
Household income
$42,674/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See West Memphis, AR

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