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Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health | The Dalles, OR | Contract Quick Look Weekly Gross
$2,316 - $2,438
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 12 Hours Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, a leading acute-care hospital has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center, and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm, and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries.
There is something for everyone in this scenic community.
Provides overall supervision of the organization in collaboration with and in the absence of the administrative/executive team. Makes administrative decisions, collaborates with the Nursing Directors and other departments, ensures patient and staff safety, and oversees the functioning of the organization. Assists with/facilitates clinical functions.
Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment. Job
Education and Work
Bachelor's Degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education/related
Required Master's Degree: Preferred Five years' technical
Preferred One year's experience working in a critical care setting: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per policy: Required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from approved vendor per policy: Required for all facilities, except Behavioral Health Clinical specialty and/or nursing administration certification: Preferred
Supervises nursing personnel and operations by making rounds on a regular basis. Assesses routine and non-routine conditions of patients through identification of symptoms and behavioral changes, reviewing histories of physiological/psychological, cultural, and spiritual information, reviewing medical data such as medical history, physical exams, plan of care, etc. Works with staff in unusual cases to develop a prioritized interdisciplinary plan of care.
May assist staff to revise the plan of care to meet changing needs of patients, making appropriate referrals, i.e., dietary, spiritual care, etc. Responds to all acute unit codes. Attends to medical emergencies for inpatients.
Works with other area supervisors when needed to provide advice or assistance. Facilitates hospital throughput including providing resources, managing bed placement, and patient transfers/discharges. Coordinates bed huddles as needed.
Participates in discharge planning with patients, physicians, social workers, patient education, utilization review, and other personnel as appropriate. GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for Behavioral Health, we invite you to apply today!