Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Greensboro, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Contract Length: 7 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts, Nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
• Schedule: Every other weekend rotation, holidays as needed
• Float: Required; travelers may float between all facilities within the system
• Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Pediatrics
• Patient Diagnoses: Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Substance Abuse

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required (higher value confirmed)
• Prior travel experience NOT required (First Time Traveler OK)
• Previous Charge RN experience required
• Experience in Emergency Department (ED) or Urgent Care required

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• STARR Certification
• EPIC system proficiency
• Pass/Fail EKG/Dysrhythmia exam required for all RNs (except Behavioral Health or Case Managers)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (verify with program management)

Patient Ratios

• Nurse to patient ratio: 1:6

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Social Security Card (for badge issuance)
• Background check within 60 days covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification (Associate's degree in nursing or higher required)
• Transcript/Diploma as proof of highest education
• Foreign equivalency evaluation if education obtained outside the U.S.
• Fingerprinting (NC SBI Fingerprint Results) required for certain positions (Home Health and Long-Term Care only)
• Health documents including:

  • Physical exam (if applicable)
  • Fit mask test (annual)
  • Immunizations: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu vaccine or exemption
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start
  • TB testing and questionnaire
• Employment application/resume with 7-year work history
• Work history verification for last 5 years
• Two supervisory references required (at least one within 12 months prior to start)
• Annual skills checklist with a one-week grace period for renewal

Important Notes

• Zero tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences
• Mandatory completion of compliance by 12 Noon EST the Wednesday prior to start date
• Pass/Fail EKG exam required regardless of specialty
• Floating policy applies to all agency staff (except non-clinical)
• Badge photo must meet strict facility requirements (no selfies, solid color background, business casual or uniform attire)
• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific policies including floating policy and contractor equipment acknowledgment
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgment required
• Candidates must complete and upload a health history form prior to clearance

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a behavioral health setting with a diverse patient population, requiring strong clinical skills and flexibility.