Registered Nurse; RN Inpatient Behavioral Health

Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient Behavioral Health

Posted 1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Behavioral Health

• $15,000 Commitment Bonus (2 Years)
• Schedule: 12‑Hour Shifts, Full‑Time Nights (7:00 pm – 7:00 am)
• Your Experience Matters

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network spanning 29 states. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you will play a vital role in making communities healthier. Your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Our 14‑bed inpatient unit delivers 24/7 supervised mental health treatment and crisis support for adults ages 18+ experiencing a wide range of concerns, including co‑occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

• Accurately perform patient assessments and identify patient needs.
• Identify and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient.
• Perform timely and appropriate documentation related to medical necessity in the medical record.
• Complete and revise the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient.
• Perform timely and accurate QI assessments.

• Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial protection & PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Career growth: tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) with company match.
• Well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

• Current state RN license.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire.
• Recent RN experience.
• Preferred:
  Acute Care Behavioral Health experience.

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Kate Cotter at .

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.