Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Reno, NV
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN Behavioral Health

Location: Reno, Nevada
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Shift: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts
Start Date: January 17

Job Description

• Position: Registered Nurse in Behavioral Health Unit (BHU)
• Preference for candidates available through the end of January and the first week of February
• Must meet minimum compliance requirements prior to starting
• Full compliance profile must be completed within two weeks after the start date
• Position is Per Diem for 26 weeks

Required Certifications & Compliance

• Active nursing license verification
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications as applicable
• Proof of MMR and Varicella vaccination or attestation of vaccination/declination
• COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses plus booster) or declination completed
• Hepatitis B vaccination (declinations not accepted)
• Influenza vaccine or declination (declinations not accepted)
• TB test within one year of start date
• Driver's license, State ID, or Passport
• Tdap vaccination (declinations not accepted)
• Physical/Health Statement completed within 60 days of start date, must state clear to work
• National Criminal Background Check within one year of start date (must be completed before assignment for Behavioral Health unit in Nevada)
• Drug screening: Minimum 10-panel test including THC, completed within 60 days of start date
• Various facility-specific attestations, exams, and checklists including:

  • Prime Core Competencies Exam (minimum 80% score)
  • Prime Skills Checklist
  • Prime Specialty Exam (minimum 80% score)
  • Prime Agency Attestation
  • Prime Criminal Background Check
  • Prime SAM/EPLS exclusion search
  • Prime Form I-9 (Employment eligibility verification)
  • Prime Orientation Packet
  • Prime Job Description signed by employee

Additional Requirements

• Resume must be up to date and reflect accurate and recent work history at time of offer acceptance
• Two professional references required, including one from a manager or direct supervisor
• Notarized name affidavit required for any name discrepancies between credentials
• Clear headshot photo may be requested for onboarding

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: RN Behavioral Health
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN Behavioral Health experience expected (minimum 1-2 years typical)
• No explicit prior travel experience required

Summary

This is a per diem, long-term assignment for an RN in Behavioral Health in Reno, NV, requiring full compliance with vaccinations, certifications, and background checks. The role involves 12-hour day shifts with a contract length of approximately 6 months. Candidates should be prepared to complete all compliance requirements promptly and maintain up-to-date documentation and references.