RN Full-time
Mercy Behavioral Hospital

Registered Nurse - Nights

apartment Mercy Behavioral Hospital location_onLecompte, LA, US
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Join Our Team. Make a Difference Every Day.

Are you a compassionate, skilled RN ready to make a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare? Our inpatient acute psychiatric hospital is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to join our team of professionals providing hope, healing, and recovery for patients in crisis.

Why Work With Us?

  • A supportive, collaborative environment where your voice matters.
  • Competitive pay.
  • Ongoing training, professional growth, and career advancement pathways.
  • Be part of a mission-driven team improving lives every day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in accordance with nursing standards, hospital policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure patient safety through continuous assessment, observation, and crisis intervention.
  • Supervise the Medication Administration process and monitor therapeutic responses.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver individualized treatment plans.
  • Document care and communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana.
  • Prior acute psychiatric / behavioral health experience preferred.
  • Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

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