Registered Nurse

Adequately assess pain, identify the need for specialized treatments, and continuously monitor patients for risk of danger to self or others. Direct Patient Care: Perform ongoing observations of patient behavior and mental status. Respond to medical emergencies and lead crisis intervention or triage situations appropriately and calmly. Medication Administration: Manage safe medication administration adhering to the seven (7) medication rights. Conduct First Dose Reviews for new orders and control access to medication rooms. Shift Administration: Ensure continuous unit safety and compliance. Remain on-duty until subsequent shift coverage arrives, providing thorough verbal handoffs and conducting patient rounds. Milieu & Team Leadership: Provide direct supervision to Behavioral Health Technicians and step into the Charge Nurse role when assigned. Documentation: Maintain timely, legible, and thorough medical records, including nursing notes, treatment plans, and incident reports. Position Requirements & Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred. Licensure: Active, unrestricted Arizona State Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). Certifications: Current CPI and BLS certifications (per-facility policy). Experience: One (1) year of experience in a medical/surgical setting and one (1) year of experience in an inpatient behavioral healthcare setting is highly preferred. Core Competencies: Strong clinical intuition, exceptional crisis intervention skills, professional communication, and the ability to function effectively under stressful situations. Working Conditions & Physical Demands Environment: Inpatient behavioral health facility. Exposure to irregular/prolonged hours, blood-borne pathogens, and potential patient agitation or aggressive behaviors. Physical Activity: This is an active role requiring walking (50%), standing (30%), sitting (20%), and occasional bending (20%). Ability to lift/carry up to 51 pounds during patient care. Why Join Avenir? At Avenir Behavioral Health Center, we foster a collaborative, respectful culture of safety and quality. We treat our patients, families, and team members with dignity and advocate for exceptional care at every level. Ready to make a difference in behavioral health? Apply today! [Avenir Behavioral Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer]