Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Cushing, Oklahoma
Hillcrest Hospital - Cushing

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Behavioral Health Nights)

Location: Cushing, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for Behavioral Health night shifts. Candidates must hold a valid Oklahoma or Compact nursing license.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – must have at time of submission
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or MAB (Management of Assaultive Behavior) – required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – as applicable
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – as applicable
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) – as applicable
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy) – as applicable
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – as applicable

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Behavioral Health)
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard RN experience for behavioral health roles (minimum 1+ years recommended)
• Prior travel experience: Not specified as required

Licensure

• Must have a current Oklahoma RN license or Compact license
• Primary source online verification required (NURSYS verification for RN)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• I9 form and E-Verify compliance
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID
• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Education verification (highest level of education)
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Unit-specific skills checklist (annual)
• Complete employment application/resume

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, must be renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • TB questionnaire (if positive TB test)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, series, or declination accepted
  • Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or physician-documented history of chickenpox
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required

Competency Testing

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam (80% passing score or meet/exceed Angoff score)
• Color blind testing (online version acceptable)
• Competency exams as applicable to profession (minimum 80% passing score)
• Annual core testing for subcontractors

Additional Notes

• Clear headshot photo required for badge
• Fingerprinting required for New Mexico placements only (not applicable here)
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgement and HIPAA compliance required

This position is ideal for RNs with behavioral health experience seeking a travel contract in Oklahoma with a 13-week commitment. All certifications and health requirements must be current and verifiable prior to start.