RN Clinical Nurse II - Behavioral Health Department

RN Clinical Nurse II - Behavioral Health Department

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UNC Health Johnston RN Incentive Program

This position qualifies for the UNC Health Johnston RN Incentive Program. Candidates with a BSN or higher are eligible for up to $20,000 commitment incentive for a 4‑year work commitment, $15,000 incentive for a 3‑year commitment, or up to $25,000 in tuition loan forgiveness. Candidates with an ADN are eligible for up to $16,000 incentive for a 4‑year commitment, $12,000 incentive for a 3‑year commitment, or up to $25,000 in tuition loan forgiveness.

The position also provides up to $4,500 in relocation assistance.

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Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve.

Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. As a Clinical Nurse in the Behavioral Health Department, you will report to the Nurse Manager/Director and coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting.

UNC Health Johnston offers a continuum of behavioral health services to support individuals in crisis. The Behavioral Health Holding area in the Emergency Department provides a safe space for immediate psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and stabilization. The Behavioral Health Triage process ensures patients receive immediate care through timely assessments, medical clearance, and coordination with inpatient psychiatric services. The Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit delivers comprehensive treatment through therapy, education, and personalized care planning, helping patients stabilize, build coping skills, and prepare for safe discharge with ongoing support.

• Education – Participate in identifying and meeting learning needs of yourself. Attend education programs based on identified learning needs. Use patient education materials relevant to the patient population. Assess readiness to learn of the patient/family/caregivers. Assess developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn.
• Evaluation of Care – Identify expected patient outcomes. Seek guidance as needed in revision of plan of care. Participate in discussion with interdisciplinary team members in evaluation of patient care. Communicate relevant information to promote continuity of care.
• Implementation – Demonstrate competence in caring for patients with complex problems, including population‑appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational and safety aspects. Perform bedside point‑of‑care testing as required. Utilize healthcare organization and nursing standards, policies and procedures in delivery of care. Organize and prioritize care according to patient/family needs. Consult with appropriate resources on time regarding complex care issues, unusual teaching needs and high risk for discharge planning.
• Leadership – Develop goals to promote professional growth or minimize limitations. Achieve goals within identified time frame or renegotiate with supervisor. Facilitate intra/interdepartmental collaboration. Participate in unit goals and performance improvement activities. Use communication systems effectively. Promote cost‑effective care. Provide feedback to co‑workers. Recognize public policy and regulatory guidelines affecting health care. Promote a safe, clean and secure hospital environment.
• Patient Assessment – Recognize data from complex situations to determine priorities for care. Include appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational and safety needs. Synthesize assessment data into a meaningful whole before communicating to others. Assess and anticipate discharge needs of patients and families. Develop relationships that promote advocacy.
• Planning – Collaborate with patient/family to prepare or update plan of care. Use multidisciplinary resources in planning. Communicate effectively. Address cultural…