Registered Nurse (RN)
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.
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.
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
Pay isn’t listed.
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
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 askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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?
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