About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP). As an RN in BHIP you will deliver direct nursing care and participate on an interdisciplinary team that supports veterans' behavioral and mental health needs. This role is a contract, full‑time position based in Elizabeth City, NC.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients in behavioral health settings
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, develop and update individualized care plans
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, therapists) to coordinate treatment
• Monitor patient status, administer medications per protocol, and document all care in the medical record
• Implement infection control precautions and follow standard safety procedures
• Assist with patient transfers, mobility, and activities of daily living when required
• Participate in quality improvement, case reviews, and treatment planning meetings
• Complete required Employee Health screenings and maintain required certifications
• May drive or travel to provide care in home or off‑site settings when required

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Qualifications

Minimum requirements

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in any U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia
• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program (ADN, Diploma, BSN) from an accrediting body recognized at time of completion (ACEN or CCNE)
• English language proficiency sufficient for safe, effective care and documentation

Preferred / role-level qualifications

• BSN, MSN or advanced degree preferred for higher grade levels per organizational standards
• Relevant professional nursing experience in behavioral health, mental health, or related specialties (see grade/level guidance below)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform sustained walking/standing, bending, and patient transfers
• Comfortable working with patients who may be agitated, confused, or combative at times

Grade/level guidance (examples)

• Nurse I, Level I: ADN/Diploma — entry-level clinical nursing responsibilities
• Nurse I, Level II: ADN/Diploma + 1 year of specialized experience or BSN without additional experience
• Nurse I, Level III: ADN/Diploma + 2 years (one equivalent to Level II) or BSN + 1 year equivalent experience
• Nurse II / Nurse III: BSN/MSN + progressive specialized experience and leadership responsibilities

Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) exception

• Candidates who meet education requirements but are awaiting RN licensure may be considered for a temporary appointment (GNT) while pursuing licensure, per applicable program rules.

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Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• This position requires visual acuity, clear speech, manual dexterity, and keen hearing for patient assessment and safety
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, sitting, lifting and transferring patients or equipment may be required
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs when required for patient handling and transfers
• Potential exposure to infectious patients/materials; appropriate protective equipment and procedures are provided
• Pre-placement physical exam and required annual Employee Health screenings (e.g., TB) are conditions of employment

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Compensation & Schedule

• Employment type: Contract, Full time
• Salary range (reported): $83,487 - $160,420 per year (confidential client)
• Schedule: full-time (shift patterns may vary depending on unit needs)

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Why Join

• Work on an interdisciplinary behavioral health team focused on veteran-centered care
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement across clinical levels (I–III)
• Competitive pay range with a contract/full-time engagement model
• Supportive environment that emphasizes safety, evidence-based practice, and interprofessional collaboration

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Location

Elizabeth City, NC — on-site. Some assignments may require occasional travel or driving to off-site/home locations.

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Notes on Hiring & Compliance

• Candidates must meet all licensure and education requirements; foreign-educated nurses may require degree equivalency validation from a recognized evaluator
• This posting follows applicable U.S. hiring laws for the state where the job is located
• Confidential Client and Careertakes will not discriminate in hiring and will follow reasonable accommodation practices consistent with law

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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