RN, Inpatient

What You'll Do:

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? At PrairieCare, we are seeking dedicated Psychiatric/Mental Health RNs to provide exceptional care for our adolescent (ages 4-18) and young adult (ages 18-35) patients facing psychiatric and mental health challenges.

Shift:

AM/PM 32

hrs a week, every other weekend

What You'll Do:

Conduct impactful assessments and monitor daily functioning to guide patient care. Use your critical thinking skills to deliver safe, high-quality nursing care. Collaborate with a dynamic multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes. Create a nurturing therapeutic environment while minimizing restraint and seclusion. Engage patients through planning and facilitating exciting nursing groups. Administer medications accurately and empower patients and families with education. Provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care while maintaining confidentiality. Skillfully intervene in crisis situations using effective de-escalation techniques. What Makes You a

Great Fit:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a Nursing Degree; BSN preferred.

Licensure:

Current RN licensure with the Minnesota State Board of Nursing is a must.

Experience:

Ideally, you bring at least 1 year of psychiatric/mental health nursing experience within the past two years.

Certifications:

Professional certifications such as RN ANCC Certification in Mental Health Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, or Holistic Health are a fantastic bonus!

Critical Thinking:

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate complex situations with confidence.

Communication Skills:

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to make sound judgment calls in high-pressure scenarios.

Multitasking:

Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks efficiently while prioritizing effectively.

Team Player:

A positive attitude and a commitment to teamwork, fostering a collaborative environment.

Tech-Savvy:

Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Crisis Management:

Ability to react quickly and calmly as part of a team in volatile or emergent situations.

Quality Focus:

A proactive mindset that seeks to improve quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks. If you possess these qualities and are ready to contribute to a safe environment at PrairieCare, we encourage you to apply! Pay range for this position is $37.92 to $58.68 depending on education and experience.

Benefit options include:

Medical/Dental/Vision Company paid life insurance Paid time off including sick time Voluntary Short term and long-term disability 401K with company match Flexible spending accounts Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Repayment Free parking Free 24/7 Fitness Center PrairieCare is a psychiatric healthcare system experiencing rapid growth in the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota. With multiple sites across the metro, including locations in Rochester and Mankato, PrairieCare has quickly grown to become one of Minnesota's largest providers of mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families. PrairieCare Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PrairieCare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process are encouraged to email careers@newporthealthcare.com for assistance.