Registered Nurse; RN Behavioral Health - PRN

Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Health

Job Type: PRN |

Schedule:

12‑hour nighttime shifts (7p.m.–7a.m.), PRN as needed. Holidays and weekends may be required.

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a community‑based healthcare network that spans 29 states. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and prioritizing the well‑being of our employees so they can provide outstanding patient services.

We operate a 33‑bed Behavioral Health Unit that serves adult and geriatric patients. The unit staff includes RNs, CNAs, Mental Health Assistants, Psychiatrists, and mental health providers, working at a nurse‑to‑patient ratio of 1:6–1:9. Patients are treated for major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, substance use disorder, psychosis, suicidal or homicidal ideation, mania, and other behavioral health crises.

• Accurately perform patient assessments and identify patient needs.
• Identify and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provide care tailored to the condition and age of each patient.
• Document medical necessity in the medical record in a timely and accurate manner.
• Complete and revise the interdisciplinary care plan for each patient.
• Conduct timely and accurate quality improvement assessments.

• Comprehensive benefits with medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at $10 per pay period.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; paid family leave; and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Well‑being programs: free gym membership, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional development through ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Access to 54,000sq.ft. Health and Fitness Center.

• Current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS certifications within six months of hire.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Strong critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.

EEOC Statement
Haywood Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.