Registered Nurse Behavioral Health - Reception and Treatment Center

Nebraska State Jobs

$104K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Registered Nurse license in Nebraska or Nurse Licensure Compact authority
  • 1-3 years of nursing experience, preferably in psychiatric or behavioral health
  • Experience in correctional or secure healthcare environment preferred
  • Ability to lead and supervise nursing staff is a plus
  • Must hold a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

  • Provide nursing care to incarcerated individuals
  • Perform assessments specific to behavioral health conditions
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Administer medications and monitor patient responses
  • Conduct crisis interventions while ensuring facility security

Benefits

  • 13 paid holidays
  • Generous vacation and sick leave policy (24 days in the first year)
  • Tuition reimbursement available
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance coverage
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
Full Job Description
0700 - 1700 shift available, inquire at the time of interview. ✨Starting wage $50.000/hour. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked. ✨ We want you to join our team! • 13 paid holidays • Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately) • Military leave • 156% state-matched retirement • Tuition reimbursement • Employee assistance program • 79% employer paid health insurance plans • Dental and vision insurance plans • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government • Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose! • Numerous training and development opportunities Under limited supervision of a Nursing Director/Associate or Nurse Supervisor, provides nursing care to incarcerated individuals with behavioral health conditions, including but not limited to mental health disorders and substance abuse issues. The role involves performing assessments, developing care plans, administering medications, and offering crisis intervention while maintaining safety and security within the facility. Minimum Qualifications: A current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in assigning, reviewing, leading, or supervising the work of others. Minimum of 1 - 3 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferably with a background in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing. Experience in a correctional or secure healthcare environment is highly preferred. Other: Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance. Will complete four to eight weeks of on the job training. Must submit to background security check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical examination and a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services' Pre-service Training Program. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

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