Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - Children's Behavioral Health Center - Outpatient

Position Title: Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - Children's Behavioral Health Center - Outpatient Department: BHC Adolescent Acute 4 North Job Description:

Job Description

Our NEW Pediatric Behavioral Health Center is scheduled to open in December 2026 Candidates applying for this position should expect a start date after September 1, 2026

All applicants must be 21 years of age or older and provide two professional references as part of the hiring process. *Registered Nurse positions are available at levels I, II, or III, depending on experience and education. * New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive total rewards package including up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus! General Description: An OU Health Registered Nurse (RN) I works under general supervision, providing the highest quality of care to patients in a hospital setting with health problems ranging from simple to complex

They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting patients first, pursuing relentless excellence, showing integrity, seeking inclusion for all staff and patients, always learning, and valuing Teamwork

RN I represents the nurse who is a novice or an advanced beginner advancing to competent While advancing from novice to competent, the nurse relies on rules rather than principles which are independent of specific situations

The advanced beginner may have enough real experience to begin to formulate principles.

Essential Responsibilities

Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards Assumes responsibility for an assigned patient or group of patients Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician order on assigned patients

Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary

Administers medication as prescribed Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products Delivers patient care safely and competently Resolves patient complaints in a timely manner in accordance with policy and in collaboration with support staff

Informs patient and family of hospital procedures and shares care plan during the time of care and at the time of discharge Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel

Fosters a growth mindset through seeking mentorship, remaining open to coaching and feedback, and maintaining professional certification(s)/licensure in order to perpetually develop and uphold the skills required for proficiency within the nursing profession

Develops a professional career plan and establishes personal, performance goals in alignment with enterprise-wide metrics, frequently measuring progress with department leadership

Fosters an inclusive workforce where individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve OU Health’s winning aspiration Delegates tasks to clinical support staff as needed

Performs other duties as assigned. *Minimum Qualifications (RN I):

Education

Associates or Bachelors Degree in Nursing Experience: 0-3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse License/Certification/Registration: Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC))

Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. *Minimum Qualifications (RN II):

Education

Associates or Bachelors Degree in Nursing Experience: 3-5 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required License/Certification/Registration: Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC))

Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. *Minimum Qualifications (RN III):

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing required. Masters Degree in Nursing preferred. Experience: 5 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required. License/Certification/Registration: Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)). Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire. Specialty certification(s) preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of basic professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
• Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
• Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
• Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.