Job Description:

Join a rewarding temporary assignment as a Behavioral Health Registered Nurse in a renowned short-term acute care facility in St. Louis. This role involves working 12-hour day shifts, three days a week, with a focus on adult psychiatric and geriatric populations, many of whom have co-morbid medical conditions. You'll be providing direct nursing care, including medication administration, IV starts, blood glucose monitoring, and patient mobility support in a locked inpatient unit. The hospital's environment offers a chance to work in a magnet and teaching hospital setting, with the opportunity to both lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. This assignment is ideal for experienced RNs who thrive in fast-paced psychiatric units and are comfortable floating within BH units as needed. The position emphasizes skill mastery—think ECT pre-op prep, restraint application, and patient milieu management—making it an engaging challenge for those eager to make a difference in behavioral health care.

Weather:

Enjoy generally mild and pleasant weather around this time of year, with warm days ideal for outdoor activities and cooler evenings that invite relaxing evenings under clear skies. It's a season perfect for exploring the city and nearby nature spots.

Fun Things To Do:

• City Museum: Explore innovative art installations and interactive exhibits perfect for all ages.
• Missouri Botanical Garden: Stroll through beautiful themed gardens and lush landscapes.
• Day Trip to Hermann: Discover scenic vineyards, charming shops, and wineries in this historic river town.
• Day Trip to Meramec State Park: Enjoy hiking, swimming, and picnicking along scenic river trails.
• Forest Park: Visit the Saint Louis Zoo, art museum, and science center—all within this expansive urban park.

Job Specifics:

Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Shift: 12-hour days, 07:00 - 19:30
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
Hourly Rate: Approximately $1,666.89 gross weekly

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave