RN - Behavioral Health Resident Clinic

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.





Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40



Compensation:

Salary Range: $21.00 - $29.50

. $15,000 Sign On Bonus available for Qualified Candidates!



Union Position:

No



Department Details

This RN position is at our Resident Clinic at the NEW Amber Valley location working with the psychiatry Residents and Psychiatrists. This team is close knit with positive relationships with providers. Opportunity to help mentor psychiatric residents as they learn what a clinic practice is like and collaborate with nursing for patient care.

A typical day in an Adult Behavioral Health RN may include:
- communicating with patients over the phone or via MyChart messages
- assisting in getting medications refilled
- answering side effect or symptom questions
- gathering data from patients when calling with questions
- triaging patient questions/needs
- meeting face to face with patients for occasional vitals and medication side effect screens
- medication prior authorizations when needed

As a RN in Behavioral Health you will be able to assist patients in improving and maintaining their mental health, helping them to live a full life with their chronic illness which is very rewarding.

This is a Monday through Friday position working 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Summary

Answers patient inquiries over the telephone, assessing the severity of the patient's symptoms and medical needs according to triage algorithms.

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our clinic team. Individuals who thrive in this role are adaptable, great communicators, detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills. These RNs collaborate with providers to guide patients to the appropriate level of care.

 

Your day to day may include:

   -   Addressing inquiries via phone and MyChart messaging

   -   Providing patient and family education

   -   Utilizing nursing and assessment skills

   -   Adhering to triage protocols

 

Available for you:

   -   A supportive team dedicated to patient-centered care

   -   Specialized on-boarding and on the job training

   -   Continued growth and development as a RN

   -   A fun and fast paced work environment

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.

One year of healthcare experience preferred.

Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Nurses performing nursing practice over the telephone require licensure in the states where the patients being served reside. Within first 30 days of employment, all requirements to obtain license needed for role is completed. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.