Mirror Lake Recovery Center·Madison, Wisconsin
Provide nursing care and basic health monitoring for patients with substance use disorders and mental health needs. Administer medications and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans.
Days: 7:00am - 7:00pm Are you prepared for the impact you can make as an RN in Behavioral Health? We are looking for Registered Nurses at Shorewood Behavioral Health. This BRAND NEW state-of-the-art 120-bed behavioral healthcare hospital is located in Madison, WI. Shorewood Behavioral Health Hospital will specialize in providing comprehensive acute and outpatient psychiatric care for adolescents, adults, and seniors dealing with mental health and substance use disorders. The hospital will offer Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), along with the development of specialized programs to meet community need.
REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs. Develop and implement nursing care plans. Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions. Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures. Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure. Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented. Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges. Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs. Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care. Accurately administer medications per ordered note. Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents. Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed. Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment. Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed. Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. AHRN #LI-JM1 #LI-SWBH
Requires graduation from an accredited school of nursing and a current LPN/LVN license. CPR and de-escalation certifications are required, with one or more years of clinical experience preferred.
Market context
Wisconsin RN openings are typically steady across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, and employers often screen closely for active licensure, recent bedside experience, and current CPR plus de-escalation or restraint certification. This role is competitive because the requirements are specific and the sign-on bonus can attract more applicants; review the original posting carefully, since the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the source job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your RN license status and make sure your certifications are current and clearly listed.
