Psychiatric RN

Overview

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare. 

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

Responsibilities

Come join our Psychiatric Nursing team at Firsthealth Regional Hospital. We are a 28-bed unit dedicated to serving patients with mental health &/or substance abuse diagnoses. Nurses play a crucial part in delivering mental health care services and making a difference in a patient’s life choices. Nursing provides care along with a multidisciplinary team consisting of discharge planners, case managers, recreational therapist, Mental Health techs, CNAs and providers. We work with families, groups and community with the one goal of good patient outcomes and support through recovery.

Qualifications

Valid NC RN License or Compact State RN License required. 1 year of Med/Surg or Behavioral Services experience required. BCLS required.

BSN preferred.To develop and maintain a highly educated registered nursing staff to meet the present and future demands of the nursing profession, employees who begin employment with FirstHealth of the Carolinas on or after July 1, 2013, in a position that requires a registered nurse must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree within five (5) years of their employment date.