Behavioral Health RN - FT - Days (71110)

Hamilton Health Care System • Cleveland, TN

249d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the direct care of the patient to include initial and ongoing assessments, education of the patient and family, administration of medications, initiation of individualized care plans. They are also responsible for supervising said care. Observe professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired concerning the personal, financial, behavioral, medical or employment status or patients of Bradley Medical Center and their families. Must follow and enforce accepted safety practices. Participate in Performance Improvement activities. Utilize the nursing process to oversee and provide age specific patient care as it relates to physical, mental health and/or addiction. Communicate in an acceptable, easily understood manner. Develops/implements and updates individualized treatment plans. Educate and adhere to the patient bill of rights.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current Tennessee or Compact State registered nurse license
• Current BLS and SAMA certifications
• At least two years of experience in a hospital or medically related environment

Nice To Haves

• Diploma preferred

Responsibilities

• Direct care of the patient including initial and ongoing assessments
• Education of the patient and family
• Administration of medications
• Initiation of individualized care plans
• Supervising patient care
• Maintaining confidentiality of patient information
• Following and enforcing accepted safety practices
• Participating in Performance Improvement activities
• Utilizing the nursing process for age specific patient care
• Communicating effectively with patients
• Developing, implementing, and updating individualized treatment plans
• Educating patients on their rights

Benefits

• 403(b) Matching (Retirement)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee wellness program
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• ICHRA for health insurance
• Paid Annual Leave (Time off)
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree