Psych RN, Dual Diagnosis, Evenings -VPH
About The Position
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Psych RN for their Dual Diagnosis unit, working evening shifts. VUMC is a leading institution in Nashville, Tennessee, dedicated to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research. The Adult CSL Team E is looking for a nurse to apply the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, including education and continuum of care planning. The role involves effective communication with the healthcare team, collaboration on patient goals, and continuous professional growth. This is a 24-bed unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6, caring for adult patients aged 18 and older with various psychiatric illnesses, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and substance misuse disorders.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved discipline program
- 1 year of RN experience
- Active RN license
Nice To Haves
- Evidence-Based Practice (Novice)
- Care Planning (Novice)
- Nursing Patient Education (Novice)
- Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice)
Responsibilities
- Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning.
- Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team.
- Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes.
- Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards.
- Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
- Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
- Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
- Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
Benefits
- Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
- Dental and /or vision plan
- 403 (b) retirement plan
- Paid Time off (flex PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied)
- Short-Long term disability
- Subsidized backup childcare
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
