Registered Nurse - Mental Health

Registered Nurse (RN), Mental Health\nJob Type : Full-time days, 36hrs / week, rotating weekends\n\nJoin Us at Jackson Purchase Medical Center\n\nOur Core Values : \n

• Championing Patient Care\n
• Doing the Right Thing\n
• Embracing Individuality\n
• Acting with Kindness\n
• Making a Difference Together\n\nOur Mission : \n\nWe strive to make communities healthier by creating an environment where patients choose us for healthcare, providers enjoy practicing, and team members are valued for who they are.\n\nJackson Purchase Medical Center has been recognized as the Hospital of Choice by patients and team members four out of the last six years. Come work in a culture that appreciates you for more than just your skills! Our facility features 107 all-private beds and is Joint Commission-accredited. We offer a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, including those at New Beginnings Birthing Center, Advanced Healing Wound Care Center, and our accredited chest pain center.\n\nExplore Our Location : \n\nMayfield is located in beautiful western Kentucky, near Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. This area has activities for everyone, from outdoor sports and recreation to arts and history.\n\nWhat We Offer : \n
• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K benefits for full-time employees\n
• Competitive Paid Time Off\n
• Employee Assistance Program for mental, physical, and financial wellness\n
• Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance for qualified applicants\n
• Excellent shift differentials, bonus potential for extra shifts, and an employee referral program\n
• Professional development opportunities including full reimbursement for LPN-to-RN bridge program\n
• And much more!\n\nPosition Summary\n\nThe Senior Behavioral Health Unit (SBHU) at Jackson Purchase Medical Center champions a culture of teamwork and communication, delivering specialized care to critically ill patients. This 18-bed unit ensures that patients receive the best medical attention and support.\n\nAs an RN in the Senior Behavioral Health Unit, you will : \n
• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process aligned with professional standards.\n
• Implement plans of care, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.\n
• Document patient care effectively.\n
• Monitor and communicate patient conditions to the care team, physicians, patients, and families.\n
• Assist patients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, nutrition, and ambulation.\n
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated patient care, including transfers, discharges, and psychosocial support.\n
• Evaluate patient and family learning needs and provide tailored education.\n
• Advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.\n
• Conduct physical and mental health assessments.\n
• Report behavioral changes and help patients enhance their coping skills.\n
• Work with families to support their loved ones in dealing with mental health challenges.\n\nEssential Skills Required : \n
• Strong critical thinking skills.\n
• Ability to make decisive judgments and work without close supervision.\n
• Capability to perform well in stressful environments and take appropriate actions.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nEducation : \n
• Associate's degree required\n
• Bachelor's degree preferred\n\nCertifications : \n
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.\n
• Handle With Care (HWC) certification within 45 days of hire.\n\nLicenses : \n
• Registered Nurse licensed to practice in Kentucky.\n
• New graduates may work under a KY provisional license for up to 6 months with the expectation of obtaining full licensure within that timeframe.\n\nEEOC Statement\n\nJackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer adhering to laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.\n\nLifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care with a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our extensive network spans 29 states, featuring 63 community hospital campuses and several specialized care facilities. We believe success comes from talented individuals, and we aim to provide a fulfilling work environment where careers can flourish and make a real difference.