Behavioral Health Nurse Specialist

7 days ago


Valley Springs, South Dakota, United States Avera Behavioral Health Center Full time
Unlock a Rewarding Career in Behavioral Health Nursing

Avera Behavioral Health Center seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team in the Child Unit.

This challenging and rewarding role involves providing compassionate care to children and adolescents facing mental health challenges, utilizing the nursing process to deliver high-quality patient care in a supportive environment that emphasizes autonomy and critical thinking.

  • Competitive salary range: $32.00 - $46.50 per hour
About This Opportunity

As a Behavioral Health Nurse Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with children ages 5 to 12 years old and adolescent ages 13 to 17 years old, as well as their families. You will appreciate an active, challenging care environment that requires critical thinking and autonomous professional nursing practice.

We offer a Self-Scheduling program to ensure your work-life balance is maintained, while also providing opportunities for professional growth and a supportive culture that makes a meaningful impact in patients' lives.

  • Cross-trained to work in both Adolescent and Child Programs
  • Adolescent Program is a 40-bed unit
  • Child Program is a 14-bed unit
  • Opportunity to meet over 70 coworkers
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Graduate from a CCNE or NLN accredited nursing program strongly preferred
  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of South Dakota and/or meeting the requirements of multi-state licensure required
  • Certification in specialty preferred/Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, free health insurance, and options for Student Loan Repayment Program, sign-on bonuses, various shifts, and career growth opportunities.

Join Our Team at Avera Behavioral Health Center where you will be part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, compassion, and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients.



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