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Registered NURSE or Licensed Practical NURSE Behavioral HEALTH
Job in
Carson City, Douglas County, Nevada, 89702, USA
Listed on 2026-03-04
Listing for:
Carson Tahoe
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Pediatric Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
US:
NV:
Carson City BHS Inpatient
Part Time Night Shift
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5thmost beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
Under the direction of the department manager and supervision of a Registered Nurse, provides nursing care for assigned patients. Performs care, treatments, and procedures within scope of practice and established guidelines and provides a safe and therapeutic environment.
Responsibilities
- Obtains information for assigned patients during bedside report, or hand off communication to/from another department.
- Implements patient care instructions per physician orders.
- Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient's condition with regard to assigned patients.
- Administers medication within scope of practice and established policies. Maintain the MAR (Medication Administration Record). Observes and documents patient reactions to medications to determine efficacy/side effects.
- Provides prescribed education to patient and family members related to health, treatments and medications.
- Participates in data collection related to patient status and needs. Documents all aspects of patient care.
- Provides appropriate pain management techniques and instructs the patient and family regarding pain management.
- Performs patient hygiene duties as needed. Completes and documents a patient assessment each shift.
- Performs nursing procedures and patient care per policy and procedure.
- Assists with admitting, discharging and transferring of patients.
- Assists with maintenance of unit safety.
- Assists with training/orienting new staff.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REGISTERED NURSE
Required:
- State of Nevada licensure as Registered Nurse or Interim Permit.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for healthcare providers.
Required:
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the State of Nevada or interim permit.
- Basic computer skills for:
- Accessing and navigating CTRH intranet for forms, policies, and procedures.
- Accessing and entering data on organization wide software such as timekeeping system and hospital email.
- Accessing and using the internet and specific applications required to perform job duties.
- Within six (6) months of hire, completes the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training Course
- Three (3) years of LPN experience in a Behavioral Health facility or acute care hospital.
- Enrollment in an accredited nursing program.
- Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
- Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
- Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
- We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
- Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system
- No State Income Tax
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
- Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
- 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonuses
- On Site Education & Certification Programs
- Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
- Free Calm App Subscription
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