Registered Nurse/RN - Intervention Services Unit - 12-hour Shifts (Per Diem)

Responsibilities Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking Registered Nurses for the Intervention Services Unit . If you're passionate about working in the behavioral health setting and have the desire to join a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our patients, we want to hear from you! The Sierra Vista Hospital location, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility located in south Sacramento, is a full-service mental health facility and a center of support for patients and their families.

Since 1986, we have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral and addiction problems. POSITION SUMMARY The Staff Nurse (R.N.) is a registered nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices. Cross-functional training may be required to learn skills that will allow the license to work seamlessly throughout the facility.

Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. Associates Degrees accepted, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Experience: Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the State Board of Nursing. Valid driver's license preferred. Additional Requirements: Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications.