Behavioral Health RN
Reno, Nevada
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: RN Behavioral Health (LTA)

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

Job Description

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

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Active nursing license verification
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications as applicable

Required Immunizations & Health Screenings

• COVID-19: 2 vaccines and booster required or declination completed
• MMR: Proof of 2 vaccines at least 28 days apart or positive titer
• Varicella: Proof of 2 vaccines at least 28 days apart or positive titer
• Hepatitis B: Required, declinations not accepted
• Influenza Vaccine: Required (Nov 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026), declinations not accepted
• Tdap: Required, declinations not accepted
• TB Test: Within one year of start date
• Positive PPD with negative chest X-ray within 3 months if applicable
• Physical/Health Statement: Must be completed within 60 days of start and state clear to work
• Drug Screening: Minimum 10-panel test including THC, completed within 60 days of start

Additional Compliance Requirements

• Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport
• National Criminal Background Check within one year of start date (specific state exceptions apply)
• Prime OIG check
• Prime Core Competencies Exam (must score 80% or higher)
• Prime Skills Checklist
• Prime Color-blind test (annual)
• Prime Criminal Background Check
• Prime Agency Attestation
• Prime SAM/EPLS check (Excluded Individual search)
• Prime Form I-9 (Employment eligibility verification)
• Prime Specialty Exam (must score 80% or higher)
• Prime Orientation Packet (Essentials Form and Post Test)
• Prime Job Description signed by employee

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: RN Behavioral Health
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum standard for Behavioral Health RN roles (typically 1-2 years)
• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Notes

• Resume must be up to date and reflect accurate recent work history at time of offer acceptance
• Two professional references required, including one from a manager or direct supervisor
• Notarized name affidavit required if there are discrepancies between credentials

This position is suitable for experienced Behavioral Health RNs who meet the compliance and certification requirements and are available for a night shift, per diem assignment lasting approximately 6 months.