Lifepoint Health·Louisburg, North Carolina
Provide direct patient care for adult behavioral health patients using the nursing process and collaborating with an interprofessional team. Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care, and advocating for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Adult Behavioral Health
$20,000 Commitment Bonus - 2 Years
Location: Maria Parham Franklin – Louisburg, NC
Maria Parham is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
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Provides direct patient care using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice for behavioral health patients. Collaborates with the interprofessional team to support a safe, therapeutic environment and high-quality outcomes.
Reports to: Director or Manager of Department
Performs plan-of-care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, and other medical care activities.
Documents patient care provided in a timely and accurate manner.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team, physicians, patients, and families.
Assists patients with activities of daily living (hygiene, elimination, nutrition, ambulation).
Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate care (transfers, discharges, referrals, and psychosocial/spiritual support needs).
Assesses learning needs and delivers age-/culture-appropriate patient and family education.
Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
Participates in unit and organizational performance improvement and required continuing education.
Provides quality patient care and works other shifts/units as needed; may be assigned on-call.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Fundamental to providing outstanding care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan.
Competitive paid time off.
Opportunities for PTO cash-out
PTO donation program for those in need.
Employee assistance program that covers mental, physical, and financial wellness
Loan repayment and tuition reimbursement/assistance for qualified applicants.
Robust employee recognition and awards programs.
FREE Parking!
These are just a few examples of the many benefits we offer to you
Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.
Protected
Health
Information
Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.
Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be present.
Physical
Requirements (typical): Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, keyboard entry, and repetitive hand/arm movements; occasional sitting, squatting, and kneeling; rare running or climbing.
Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood/body fluids, hazardous medications, and latex.
Critical thinking and decisive judgment; able to work with minimal supervision in stressful environments. Ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple clinical software systems. Effective English communication (read, write, speak, and understand). Ability to successfully complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.
Maria Parham is a 98-bed hospital located in Henderson, NC. It is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier, with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities nationwide. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
Maria Parham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Requires a current North Carolina RN license (or compact) and an Associate Degree in Nursing. BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required, while a Bachelor's degree and one year of experience are preferred.
Market context
North Carolina nursing jobs often reflect steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for RNs who can provide age-appropriate care across patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers typically want an approved nursing-school graduate with a current North Carolina RN or Compact License and active AHA BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and BLS renewal before applying.