Community First Medical Center·Chicago, Illinois
The Behavioral Health RN provides direct nursing care to adult psychiatric patients experiencing acute mental health conditions. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning, medication administration, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
Description Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) New Behavioral Health Unit | Day & Night Shifts Available Days: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available
Community First Medical Center is excited to expand Behavioral Health Services with the opening of our brand-new 24-bed Adult Behavioral Health Unit. We are seeking compassionate, patient-centered Registered Nurses to join our growing team and help shape a culture of excellence, safety, and recovery-focused care. Whether you are an experienced Behavioral Health Nurse or an RN looking to transition into psychiatric nursing, this is an opportunity to be part of a newly developed unit designed to support both patients and staff.
The Behavioral Health RN provides direct nursing care to adult psychiatric patients experiencing acute mental health and behavioral health conditions. The RN is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, medication administration, patient education, crisis intervention, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team. What Makes Our Unit Different? New 24-bed Behavioral Health Unit? Dedicated Behavioral Health leadership team? Strong multidisciplinary collaboration? Fair patient assignments? Security presence on the unit? Advanced safety and monitoring systems? Recovery-focused care model? Opportunities for professional growth and Behavioral Health specialization Join Community First Medical Center and help us build a premier Behavioral Health program that prioritizes patient outcomes, staff safety, teamwork, and compassionate care.
Community First Medical Center offers benefits to all its full-time and part-time employees: United Healthcare Medical PPO/HMO/HSA Plans, premiums as low as $50.00/full time, $85.00/Part Time Met Life Dental and Vision Paid Time Off (PTO) with annual accruals up to 168 hrs./year Six paid holidays Company Paid Life insurance and Short-term Disability 401(k) after 90 days Continuing Education reimbursement and 2 days paid off separate from PTO Free Parking Garage Internal Growth Opportunities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) License Graduate of an accredited nursing program Current BLS Certification Preferred Behavioral Health, Psychiatric, Emergency Department, Medical-Surgical, or Substance Use Disorder experience CPI or other crisis prevention/de-escalation training BSN preferred
Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.
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