Registered Nurse Behavioral Health
Pocatello, Idaho
Portneuf Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health (Travel/Contract)

Location: Pocatello, Idaho
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 – 7:15)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide nursing care for behavioral health patients across all age groups including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Maintain patient ratios of approximately 1:7.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Idaho
• Psychiatric nursing experience of at least 1 year, with experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certification
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Essential Job Functions

• Apply the Nursing Process appropriately for patients of all age groups
• Thoroughly document care in compliance with regulatory and hospital standards
• Manage healthcare resources responsibly
• Maintain and develop clinical competencies and professional growth
• Adapt to varied shifts including weekends and holidays
• Practice clinical skills using theoretical knowledge in a dynamic environment

Skills and Abilities

• Good judgment and patience in patient care
• Ability to work in a busy, stressful environment with changing patient safety requirements
• Proficient with computer applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic medical records
• Strong organizational and workload management skills
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Advanced math skills, creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and decision-making

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID
• E-Verify compliance (for direct hires)
• Background checks including 7-year history, sex offender registry, education verification, and federal exclusions (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG)
• Education verification with diploma or transcript as needed
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented chickenpox history)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Annual unit-specific skills checklist
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Completion of employment application/resume

Additional Notes

• Orientation includes safety manual acknowledgment and may require fingerprinting (specific to some states)
• Competency exams and color blindness testing may be required as applicable
• Candidates must be prepared to work night shifts and adapt to a fast-paced behavioral health environment

This position offers an opportunity to work in behavioral health nursing with a focus on patient safety, clinical excellence, and professional development in a travel/contract role.