Mental Health Nurse Specialist

2 days ago


Waukegan, Illinois, United States Lake Behavioral Hospital Full time
About Us
At Lake Behavioral Hospital, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need. As a leading mental health treatment center in Waukegan, IL, we offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services designed to help people live healthier lives.

Your Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our close-knit and compassionate team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career within a dynamic and expanding organization.

About the Role
This is a Full-Time position offering a competitive hourly salary range of $33.00 - $46.00, including a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus. As a Registered Nurse at Lake Behavioral Hospital, you'll be responsible for assessing, coordinating, and evaluating patient care through collaborative efforts with our health team members in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care.

Responsibilities
* Provide direct and indirect care to patients, families, and legal guardians
* Assess patients' physical and psychological conditions continuously throughout their care journey
* Utilize the nursing process in alignment with our hospital's philosophy, objectives, values, mission, and core principles
* Uphold a safe therapeutic environment grounded in our core values
* Collaborate as an integral member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, actively contributing to the development, implementation, and documentation of tailored goals and interventions based on patient strengths and psychiatric challenges

Requirements
* Education: Graduate from an accredited professional nursing program required and able to produce a valid Illinois State RN license
* Experience: At least three years experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility
* Additional Skills: Demonstrate exceptional crisis management and time management skills; showcase flexibility and creativity with a proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently; exhibit a calm, organized, and professional demeanor even in stressful situations

What We Offer
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
* 401(k) + matching
* Health insurance FREE MEDICAL INSURANCE
* 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
* Vision insurance
* Dental insurance
* 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
* Paid time off
* Paid holidays
* Shift Differential Pay
* Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
* Employee engagement events
* Employee assistance program
* Employee recognition program
* Free parking

Career Development Opportunities
As part of our commitment to your success, we offer career and training development opportunities, a dynamic and inclusive work environment, and an engaged management team dedicated to your growth and well-being.

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