Adult Psych - Registered Nurse - PRN

L.E. Cox Medical Centers • Springfield, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The psychiatric unit nurse cares for patients with behavioral health illnesses in an acute care setting. The psychiatric unit nurse is responsible to conduct intake interviews, assess and evaluate the patient, establish a plan of care, maintain a safe therapeutic environment, work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team, and may conduct therapeutic groups.Education: ▪ Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program ▪ Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Experience: ▪ Preferred: Previous nursing experience

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
• RN license active in the state of Missouri
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate effective leadership abilities
• Exhibits valuable time management skills
• Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Previous nursing experience

Responsibilities

• conduct intake interviews
• assess and evaluate the patient
• establish a plan of care
• maintain a safe therapeutic environment
• work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• conduct therapeutic groups

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement Plan with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees