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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for behavioral health rn in Georgia is $39.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.22 and $48.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a behavioral health RN do?

The job duties of a behavioral health RN revolve around providing patient care in a mental health capacity. You work with psychologists, psychiatrists, and physicians to offer psychiatric and behavioral care. As a behavioral health nurse, you perform duties such as helping patients perform exercises to change thought patterns or habits. You may also assist with relaxation techniques for stress management or pain management. With specialized training, you may also employ biofeedback techniques or work with clients on long-term therapies such as personality development and behavior modification.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a behavioral health RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Behavioral Health RN, you need a nursing degree, RN licensure, and expertise in mental health assessment and crisis intervention. Familiarity with behavioral health documentation systems, de-escalation tools, and relevant certifications like BLS or PMH-BC is typically required. Strong communication, emotional resilience, and empathy are vital soft skills for supporting patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring safe, effective care and fostering a therapeutic environment for individuals facing mental health challenges.

What are some typical challenges a behavioral health RN might encounter when working with patients in a mental health setting?

Behavioral Health RNs often face challenges such as managing unpredictable patient behaviors, de-escalating crisis situations, and balancing the emotional demands of supporting individuals with complex mental health needs. They must also maintain clear and compassionate communication with both patients and interdisciplinary team members, while adhering to strict safety protocols. Successfully navigating these challenges requires resilience, adaptability, and strong teamwork skills within a supportive mental health care environment.

What is the difference between Behavioral Health Rn vs Psychiatric Nurse?

AspectBehavioral Health RnPsychiatric Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly additional behavioral health certificationsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with psychiatric or mental health certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, mental health clinics, community health settingsPsychiatric hospitals, mental health units, outpatient clinics
Employer & IndustryHospitals, mental health facilities, outpatient centersPsychiatric hospitals, mental health clinics, residential facilities
Common Search & ComparisonBehavioral Health Rn vs Psychiatric Nurse

Both roles involve providing mental health care, but Behavioral Health Rns often work in diverse settings with a focus on behavioral health interventions, while Psychiatric Nurses typically work specifically within psychiatric hospitals or units. The credentials and work environments overlap significantly, making them closely related roles in mental health care.

What is a behavioral health RN?

Behavioral Health Registered Nurses (RNs) are specialized nurses who care for patients experiencing mental health issues, emotional disorders, or substance abuse problems. They work in settings such as psychiatric hospitals, mental health clinics, and residential treatment centers. Their responsibilities include assessing patients’ mental health needs, administering medications, developing care plans, and providing support to patients and their families. Behavioral Health RNs collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and promote patient recovery.
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Charge RN - Behavioral Health

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.

Snellville, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

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7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 466 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

381st of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Charge RN - Behavioral Health

Full Time Days

Snellville, GA

*Highly preferred Inpatient Behavioral Health experience

Piedmont Eastside, Snellville, GA

 Behavioral Health:

Our 62-bed Behavioral Health Unit is seeking compassionate mental health clinicians to care for patients with psychiatric illnesses.  Our recovery-oriented program provides opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative care environment.

  • 62-bed Inpatient Psychiatric Center
  • Adult Psych Unit (ages 18- 64)
  • Geriatric Psych Unit (ages 65 and older.) (Patients in this unit requires assistance with all aspects of daily living -Total Care)
  • Intensive Outpatient Program
  • ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy)
  • New Graduate Program for RN’s passionate about Behavioral Health
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Experience the advantages of real career change  

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you’ll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You’ll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future. 


Coordinates the delivery of quality nursing care for patients from birth through the lifecycle, as well as operational issues during his/her shift. Provides clinical care as needed when census demands. Communicates patient care, departmental issues, and staff concerns to the appropriate leader(s). Serves as resource for guidance and assistance to the staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinates delivery of quality nursing care to include facilitating patient flow in coordination with Bed Control, Patient Access, or Administrative Supervisor to include triage, admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Monitors patient care delivery, to include appropriate implementation of protocol, administration of medications, and treatment modalities.

Communicates patient flow/patient care issues to appropriate physician and/or clinical manager.

Coordinates issues of diversion, as appropriate.

Coordinates equitable distribution of staff assignments based on skill mix, staffing levels, patient diagnosis, volume, and acuity. Adjusts assignments as needed during the shift.

Fairly and equitably administers departmental and hospital policies.

Assists the clinical manager, as necessary, to ensure appropriate staffing levels and most efficient use of staffing plan.

Monitors census and appropriately anticipates the need to assume clinical role as needed.

Maintains a high level of clinical competency in administering nursing care to include accurate determination of patient’s acuity and Implements appropriate medical response to include use of protocols/policies/pathways.

Promptly reports issues that cannot be resolved during the shift to clinical manager, with suggestions for resolution.

Ensures that system issues involving other departments, that can cause decreased quality of care or productivity, are reported to the clinical manager.

Promotes customer satisfaction by responding to service issues in a timely and effective manner.

Serves as a resource and a role model for the nursing and ancillary staff on the assigned unit.

 

Disclaimer: The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.


Education
  • Graduate from a recognized, accredited school of nursing Required
  • Bachelors Degree Preferred
Work Experience
  • 1 year of nursing experience in a hospital setting Required
  • 2 years or more years of nursing experience in a hospital setting Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
  • RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
  • Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)
  • ACLS Certification (Cardiac Tele, Critical Care, Surgical Services including Labor and Delivery) Required
  • PALS Certification (Emergency Department) Required
  • Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification prior to independent chemotherapy administration (Infusion/Oncology) Required
  • NRP by the end of orientation period (Womens Services: Labor and Delivery, Mother/Baby, NICU, NAT, Nursery) Required
  • AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Program within 12 months of start date (Labor and Delivery) within 1 Year Required
  • PEARS Certification ( at Piedmont Athens Hospital) Required
  • PALS if unit provides care to pediatric patients (Surgical Services) Required
  • ACLS and PALS Certification (Emergency Department) Required
  • ACLS; PALS if unit provides care to pediatric patients (Surgical Services) Required
  • Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 30 days to obtain the PALS certification within 30 Days
Addendum
  • All Nursing Disciplines Collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumers health or the situation. Analyzes the assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected, measureable outcomes. Implements the identified plan of care. Coordinates care delivery. Employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes. Practices ethically. Practices in a manner that is congruent with current diversity and inclusion principles. Communicates effectively in all areas of practice. Collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Integrates evidence and research findings into practice. Contributes to quality nursing practice. Evaluates ones own and others nursing practice. Utilizes appropriate resources to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible. Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. within 180 Days Required
  • Cardiac TeleAdditional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
  • Critical CareAdditional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
  • Emergency Department:Additional Required Certifications: ACLS and PALS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 30 days to obtain the PALS certification. TNCC Certifications required at the following hospitals: Piedmont Athens, Piedmont Cartersville, Piedmont Columbus Midtown, Piedmont Henry, Piedmont Newton, Piedmont Walton (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certification within 1 year of start date) ENPC Certifications required at the following hospitals: Piedmont Athens, Piedmont Cartersville, Piedmont Columbus Midtown, Piedmont Newton (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certification within 1 year of start date) within 180 Days Required
  • Infusion/Oncology: Additional Required Certifications: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification prior to independent chemotherapy administration Upon Hire Required
  • Pediatrics: Identifies, reports and provides appropriate protective measures for high risk situations including, but not limited to, abuse or neglect, failure to thrive and potential for abduction. Additional Required Certifications: PALS Certification (required at Piedmont Columbus Hospital) PEARS Certification (required at Piedmont Athens Hospital) within 180 Days Required
  • Surgical Services: Additional Required Certifications: PreOp/PACU/ENDO/CSU/ARU ACLS; PALS if unit provides care to pediatric patients (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
  • Womens Services: Additional Required Certifications: Labor and Delivery-ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) NRP by the end of orientation period, AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Program within 12 months of start date Mother/Baby- NRP by the end of orientation period NICU- NRP by the end of orientation period NAT (Newborn Admission Team)- NRP by the end of orientation period Nursery- NRP by the end of orientation period within 180 Days Required

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