Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health Unit

Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health Unit

Job Type: Full-Time 0.8 FTE or 64 hours/pp

Schedule: 8 x 8-hour shifts Evenings (3p-11:30p) Rotating Weekends and Holidays

$7500 Sign-On Bonus available to qualified applicants

Your experience matters

UP Health System - Marquette is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As aBehavioral Health RNjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join a specialty nursing unit where you can build valuable clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes. Our 34-bed unit is currently staffed for 21 patients with plans to grow alongside census needs. Nurses enjoy the rewarding experience of seeing patients progress and stabilize over time something not always possible in traditional inpatient settings. The team is highly collaborative supportive and committed to maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff creating a strong sense of camaraderie and purpose every day.

How youll contribute

A Behavioral Health RNwho excels in this role:

• Performs plan of care intervention including medication administration specimen collection clinical treatments as well as other medical care treatment.

• Documents patient care given.

• Monitors records and communicate patient condition as appropriate to care team physician patient and family.

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living including personal hygiene elimination nutrition and ambulation.

• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care including patient transfer discharge referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.

• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age culture condition and circumstances.

• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• 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 insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee 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.

What were looking for

Applicants should have a current Michigan RN license and possess an associates degree from an accredited nursing school (bachelors preferred).

Additional requirements include

• Basic Life SupportHealth Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

• Handle with Care-Advanced (ACLS) (within 90 days)

Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application or have questions Please contact Paula Swartout by texting or calling 906.282.1179 or use this link ( to schedule a phone call.

More about UP Health System

UP Health System - Marquette is a 222-bed hospital located in Marquette Michigan and is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System - Marquette is an Equal Opportunity Health System - Marquetteis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.