UNC Health

Behavioral Health Emergency Registered Nurse (PRN)

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary:
The Behavioral Health Emergency Medicine RN provides specialized care to patients experiencing mental health crises or behavioral health/substance dependence emergencies. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping individuals with behavioral health needs and clinical expertise in behavioral health crises, exhibiting a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.


Responsibilities:

  • Performs comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with mental health issues, behavioral/substance crises, and medical concerns in the emergency department setting. Recognizes and assesses signs of mental health disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, psychosis, and substance use disorders. 

  • Delivers immediate, compassionate care during psychiatric crises or episodes to prevent harm and reduce agitation. Provides immediate nursing interventions, such as crisis de-escalation, medication intervention, and monitoring of safety and mental status changes. Uses therapeutic communication skills and de-escalation techniques to manage agitated or distressed patients. 

  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to ensure appropriate and timely care for patients with behavioral health concerns. Collaborates on the development and implementation individualized treatment plans, and determination of appropriate interventions, including the potential use of restraints or seclusion when clinically necessary and in compliance with established protocols. 

  • Documents patient interactions, assessments, and treatments accurately and in a timely manner in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Maintains compliance with hospital policies, legal requirements, and accreditation standards related to mental health care and patient confidentiality. 

  • Guides and educates patients and their families regarding mental health disorders, treatment options, and community resources. Facilitates communication with families and caregivers to support patient care and discharge planning. 

  • Serves as an advocate for patients' emotional and psychological needs during their emergency care. Provides empathetic, culturally competent care to diverse patient populations, recognizing the impact of mental health challenges on individuals from various backgrounds. 

  • Participates in ongoing training related to behavioral health crisis management, de-escalation techniques, and other relevant professional development opportunities. 


Other information:

Required

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in North Carolina and/or compact state
  • Two (2) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse with at least 1 year of that experience in behavioral health nursing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.

Preferred

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Experience in a psychiatric or emergency department setting.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
  • National Crisis Interventions Plus (NCI+) or similar de-escalation training.
  • Psychiatric Nursing Certification.
  • Strong knowledge of psychiatric and medical conditions, with the ability to differentiate between the two in an emergency setting. 


    Job Details

    Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

    Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

    Organization Unit: Emergency Department

    Work Type: Per Diem

    Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00

    Work Assignment Type: Onsite

    Work Schedule: Variable

    Location of Job: PARDEEHOSP

    Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No


    Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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