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New Graduate Nurse RN Behavioral Health

Research Psychiatric Center · Overland, Johnson County

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Fit summary

Strong fit if you want inpatient psych nursing, can stay calm under acuity, value teamwork, and are ready for nights/weekends common in hospital behavioral health.

Day in the role

As a new-grad RN on a behavioral health unit at Research Psychiatric Center, expect shift handoff, safety rounds, medication administration, therapeutic engagement with patients, documentation, and close work with the interdisciplinary team under preceptorship.

Skills to emphasize

Prioritize active Kansas RN licensure, de-escalation and therapeutic communication, psych meds and side-effect monitoring, risk assessment, and accurate charting. No certificate cost data is provided for this listing.

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Is this role remote?

No. The listing is on-site in the Overland Park / Johnson County, Kansas area.

What does a new-grad behavioral health RN typically do?

Support acute psychiatric care: assessments, meds, safety, therapeutic contact, and documentation under supervision.

What credentials are essential?

An active RN license (and any state-required new-grad onboarding). No specific paid cert packages were listed for this job.

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Website: researchpsychiatriccenter.com

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Research Psychiatric Center in Overland, Johnson County is actively recruiting Full-Time Registered Nurses for our Behavioral Health units. If you're a May 2026 or Summer 2026 graduate ready to launch your nursing career in a supportive, growth-focused environment, we're here to help you succeed. About the Role This is an exceptional opportunity for newly licensed RNs to transition into professional practice within behavioral health nursing. You'll work directly with individuals receiving mental health and substance use treatment in a patient-centered setting where clinical skill, empathy, and clear communication make a real difference. Our organization prioritizes new nurse development through structured onboarding, clinical mentorship, and ongoing education designed to build your confidence and competency from your first day. What You'll Do Provide direct patient care on behavioral health units, including initial assessments, continuous monitoring, and therapeutic nursing interventions Partner with interdisciplinary care teams to develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans Document clinical observations, patient responses, and care activities with accuracy and timeliness Foster therapeutic relationships through active listening and professional communication with patients, families, and colleagues Support patients during stabilization, recovery planning, and crisis management Help maintain a safe, therapeutic unit culture that promotes healing and dignity What We're Looking For Graduation from an accredited RN program (Bachelor or Associate degree) expected May 2026 through September 2026 RN licensure or valid licensure pending in the applicable state Strong interpersonal and clinical communication abilities Genuine passion for behavioral health nursing and patient-centered care Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary clinical team Openness to learning and professional growth throughout your career About Research Psychiatric Center Research Psychiatric Center, part of HCA Healthcare, actively invests in developing tomorrow's nursing leaders. We provide comprehensive new graduate transition programs, clinical education, and mentorship to ensure your success and confidence as you establish your professional practice. How to Apply Apply now to explore available behavioral health nursing positions and begin your rewarding career in Overland, Johnson County.

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