Behavioral Health Charge RN

Prime Healthcare • Gadsden, AL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse (Days) in our Geri Psych unit at Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare in Gadsden, AL. The Charge Registered Nurse (RN) is an experienced RN, who in addition to providing direct patient care is accountable for facilitating a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, patient flow, staffing, resource utilization and problem solving for a specific patient care department.

Requirements

• Current and valid state RN License
• Current BLS upon hire and maintain current.
• Working knowledge of Mental Health Laws, Practice Standards, interdisciplinary treatment team process, behavior health programming and daily nursing functions for inpatient and outpatient behavioral units.
• Receive/ maintain LPS Certification as deemed necessary.
• Must obtain approved training on LPS statuses and patient rights and successfully pass LPS Certification exam.
• Must have approved LPS certification prior to writing 5150 holds in designated Prime facilities.
• Patients Rights Education/ Competency required 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory experience, preferred.
• Continuum of care for behavioral health care, preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical team in ensuring high patient and physician satisfaction and provide support through difficult and complex issues.
• Use independent judgment to make effective recommendations regarding the adjustment/resolution of complaints, concerns, and problems of supervised staff regarding work assignments, hours of work, overtime scheduling and other work-related matters.
• Use independent judgment to recommend evaluation results of supervised employees, inclusive of promotion, rewards and recognition, performance improvement opportunities and termination.
• Demonstrate clinical competence utilizing the nursing process (assess, plan, intervention, evaluation).
• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions
• Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status
• Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met
• Provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.
• Communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior