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Registered Nurse - Psych Child and Adolescent
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Aurora, IL, 60506
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
Department: Psych Child and Adolescent/ Behavioral Health
Schedule: Part-time Nights, 7pm-7:30am, 12-hour shifts; rotating weekends and holidays
Facility: Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical
Location: Aurora, IL 6050
Sign on Bonus: Up to $5,000
Responsibilities
Registered nurses (RNs) perform basic duties that include treating patients, educating patients about mental and medical conditions, and providing advice and emotional support to patients’ and/or family members, running therapeutic groups, psychiatric crisis intervention, seclusion and restraint of patients. RNs record patients’ medical histories and symptoms, help to perform diagnostic tests and analyze results, operate medical machinery, administer treatment and medications, and help with patient follow-up and rehabilitation. RNs teach patients and their families how to manage their illness or injury, diet and exercise programs, and self-administration of medication and physical therapy. Other related duties.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Must have current and valid State license as a Registered Nurse.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws and practice standards. 4. Working knowledge of interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavioral health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health units. 5. Working knowledge of the continuum of care for behavioral health care.
Pay Transparency
Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $35.35 to $53.58. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
Employment Status
Part Time < 60Shift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
During night shifts, a psych nurse in child and adolescent care often handles acute psychiatric crises by applying de-escalation techniques, monitoring patient safety closely, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. In Aurora’s healthcare settings, managing weekends and holidays requires flexibility and a calm approach to support young patients effectively.
To work as a pediatric mental health nurse in Illinois, holding a valid Registered Nurse license is mandatory, alongside current BLS certification. Familiarity with state mental health laws and behavioral health nursing standards enhances eligibility for specialized roles, particularly in child and adolescent psychiatry.
Aurora’s demographic diversity and local healthcare infrastructure create distinct challenges, such as addressing cultural sensitivities and managing resource availability. Nurses must adapt to community-specific behavioral health needs, which may differ from urban centers like Chicago, requiring tailored therapeutic approaches.
Prime Healthcare Services offers tailored benefits including tuition reimbursement and flexible benefits that empower pediatric psych nurses to pursue ongoing education. This support fosters career growth in specialized behavioral health fields, aligning with their commitment to comprehensive employee well-being.
This position emphasizes part-time night shifts with a competitive sign-on bonus, focusing on psychiatric crisis intervention for youth. Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical’s supportive environment integrates interdisciplinary treatment, offering a unique blend of clinical and educational responsibilities within behavioral health.
Salaries range approximately from $35.35 to $53.58 hourly, influenced by experience, licensure, and specialized skills in child and adolescent psychiatric nursing. Aurora’s cost of living and local demand for mental health nurses also contribute, offering a balanced compensation package for qualified professionals.
Daily duties include monitoring patient mental health, administering medications, conducting therapeutic group sessions, and engaging families in treatment plans. The role demands attentiveness to behavioral cues and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care for young patients.
Aurora's growing population and increased awareness around mental health have elevated demand for pediatric psych nurses. Local healthcare providers prioritize behavioral health services, creating opportunities for specialized RNs to contribute significantly in inpatient and outpatient child psychiatry units.
Working nights with rotating weekends and holidays requires adaptability but offers part-time flexibility that can benefit those balancing family or education. Prime Healthcare’s approach includes comprehensive benefits aimed at supporting staff wellness despite unconventional shift patterns.
Nurses must understand Illinois-specific mental health statutes, patient rights, and safety protocols relevant to minors. Compliance with interdisciplinary treatment frameworks and behavioral health program standards ensures ethical and effective care within Prime Healthcare’s child and adolescent psychiatric services.