Psychiatric Staff Nurse - 90% Integrated Health and Aging Program (IHAP, 12th Floor) Day/Evening three 12-hour shifts

Pinnacle Health Systems • Pittsburgh, PA

88d • $33 - $34

About The Position

UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse to help support the Integrated Health and Aging (IHAP 12th Floor) Department for its Oakland location. The Integrated Health & Aging Program (IHAP) is a specialized program serving older adults who are experiencing psychiatric issues in late life. This position will work day/evening rotation, with three 12-hour shifts. GN level candidate starting rate $33.25 (BSN $34.75). Starting rate may be increased commensurate with previous nursing experience. Sign on bonus up to $15,000!

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing required.
• BSN preferred.
• Six months of experience in Clinical Psychiatry preferred.
• Successful completion of the central and unit specific orientation programs including the medication proficiency examination.
• The incumbent must be physically capable of providing direct total physical care to unpredictable, potentially violent, mentally ill patients as necessary including lifting, supporting, running towards or away from areas where problems are occurring, and pushing and pulling equipment, such as wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.

Responsibilities

• Performs a nursing assessment and initial plan of care within 8 hours of patient's admission.
• Orients/educates patient regarding hospitalization.
• Documents in the medical record according to established policies.
• Maintains current knowledge of medication policies and practices, including side effects, dosage and patient response.
• Completes medication administration safely and accurately, including transcription, administration and documentation according to established policies.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of DSM IV diagnosis as evidenced by individual, group and milieu therapeutic interventions.
• Manages crisis situations effectively using positive approaches.
• Adheres to Nursing Standards and Policies including ANA Standards for Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing, ANA Professional Code for Nurses, the WPIC policies and procedures and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Performs charge RN responsibilities competently and effectively.
• Participates with unit management in Program Development and Performance Improvement Activities.
• Participates in interdisciplinary activities including, treatment team, staff meeting, co-worker feedback process and other committees as assigned.
• Follows research protocols as required.
• Maintains competency requirements.
• Attends two unit-based or institute-wide in-services yearly.
• Serves as mentor to students and new employees.
• Learns and utilizes up-to-date technology in delivery of patients care.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus up to $15,000!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees