RN - Behavioral Health (Full Time, Weekends), St. Vincent

About This Role

The Registered Nurse in the Behavioral Health Geriatric Unit provides care for individuals aged 65 and over with acute psychiatric illnesses. This role is ideal for those who are passionate about mental health and committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Highlights

• Location: Erie, PA
• Facility: St. Vincent Hospital
• Schedule: Full Time, Weekends

What You'll Do

• Assess human responses and plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Provide transformational leadership in a professional practice setting.
• Assign or delegate tasks based on patient needs and staff skill levels.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care.
• Promote patient safety initiatives and participate in quality initiatives.
• Utilize the nursing process to develop patient care plans.
• Analyze health status and determine patient care needs.
• Document changes in patient conditions and notify appropriate personnel.
• Participate in professional development and continuous learning.
• Advocate for patients and resolve patient/family concerns.

Requirements

• Current State of PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) required.

• Preferred certification in area of specialty.

• Current RN License in Pennsylvania.
• CPR certification required.
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 clearances required.

About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They operate a 9-hospital system, transforming the future of healthcare through effective services to patients and communities.