Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatry – PRN

Registered Nurse (RN) – Psychiatry – PRN at Memorial Medical Center summary :

As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Psychiatry department, you will provide exceptional care in a 12-bed Behavioral Health Unit, supporting patients with various mental health challenges. Your role involves utilizing specialized care plans, collaborating with a compassionate healthcare team, and leveraging technology to enhance patient wellbeing. Memorial Medical Center is committed to your development and offers a supportive environment with substantial benefits, including a sign-on bonus and comprehensive healthcare plans.

Your experience matters

At Memorial Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Roxana Tortorella by texting or calling at 575-323-1499.

How you’ll contribute

You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers :

• $20,000 sign-on bonus depending on qualifications and experience
• Shift differentials
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include :

Department / Unit Summary

Join our team in a 12-bed Behavioral Health Unit, located on the 5th floor, specializing in adult patients.  Staffed with compassionate healthcare professionals including RNs, Mental Health Assistants, Psychiatrists, Social Workers and Mental Health Providers.  Operating with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1 : 8, our unit treats a variety of diagnoses such as Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and Substance Use Disorder (SUD).  Patients may present with psychosis, suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, mania, or exacerbations of mental illness.  This role offers an opportunity to work collaboratively in a supportive environment focused on providing quality care and support to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.

About our Health System

Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed acute medical / surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of  Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

“Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment : Minority / Female / Disabled / Protected Veteran

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