Intake Nurse Per Diem - Nights

North Shore Medical Center•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are North Shore Medical Center Per Diem Nights. Our primary function is to offer continuous nursing, medical, and other health and social services on a 24-hour basis, under physician-directed care and RN supervision. We service a multitude of patients and their families across our vast network, while remaining committed to the professional development of our staff, the functional improvement of our patients, and the cultivation of strong partnerships within our communities.

Requirements

Florida RN License
1 year of Behavioral Health RN
1 year of Supervisory RN responsibilities
Ability to Communicate in English
BLS required
Must be able to pass Background and Drug Test screenings.

Responsibilities

Conducts Medical screens for all patients who are present for intake.
Review of labs and medical histories of patients in medical facilities to determine medical appropriateness for admission
Complete risk assessment for AWOL, danger to others, sexual acting out behavior, and vulnerability.
Assess patients for self-harm/suicide risk and determine the level of care.
Monitors safety of patients and the environment of care.
Fosters a safe and nurturing environment that encourages and reinforces constructive interactions amongst patients.
Assists patients with activities of daily living.
Conducts age appropriate psycho-educational groups.
Recognizes critical and obvious changes in patient conditions and reacts promptly.
Communicates patient care observations and safety concerns to members of the multidisciplinary team.