RN Psych

Job Summary:

• We are seeking experienced psychiatric nurses to join our acute behavioral health facility, which offers comprehensive care across five specialized units with a total of 72 beds.

• Our patient population includes both voluntary and involuntary individuals, ranging from children (as young as 5) to geriatric adults.

Facility Overview:

• Type: Acute Psychiatric Facility.

• Units: 5.

• Bed Count: 72.

• Patient Population: Adults and pediatrics.

• Security: No onsite security; occasional incarcerated individuals.

• Schedule: Block schedule with every other weekend required.

• Shift Options: Straight 36 hours or 36/48 hour rotation.

• Schedule Policy: Must be able to fill block shifts; no alterations permitted.

• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:12 (consistent across day and night shifts).

• Support Staff: Nurses, Behavioral Health Associates (BHAs), House Supervisors (always onsite).

• Floating Expectations: May float between units within the facility, but not to other sites.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of direct psychiatric and acute care experience.

• Certifications: CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) – provided onsite.

• Background Check: State of Wisconsin Caregiver background check (wet signature required) must complete onsite prior to starting.

• Travel Experience: Not required.

• Orientation: Details to be provided.

Additional Information:

• Dress Code: Solid-colored scrubs (maroon, grey, navy blue, or black).

• Parking: Onsite.

• Visitor Policy: Limited to specific evening hours.

• Restraints: Physical restraints only.

Unit: Psych.