Registered Nurse 2 - Pediatric BEST Team - Weekend Days

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position works directly with children and youth as part of a small team of multi-disciplinary professionals providing acute behavioral crisis support in a medical hospital setting. The role focuses on crisis intervention, prevention, and behavioral health support for patients admitted to inpatient units and those receiving care in the Pediatric Emergency Department. The specialist will respond to behavioral events throughout their shift, working with patients who exhibit behavioral challenges, have mental health diagnoses, or experience difficulties adhering to medical care. When not actively responding to crises, the specialist will collaborate with the team to identify patients at risk for behavioral events and provide proactive support to patients, families, and staff to prevent crises. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to learn and implement intervention techniques, respond to feedback, work professionally with families and team members, communicate effectively in written, electronic, and verbal formats, and manage time efficiently to meet all 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.

Requirements

2–3 years of pediatric clinical experience, preferably in an emergency or acute care setting.
Minimum of two years of psychiatric or behavioral health experience in a medical setting.
Completion of Marcus crisis prevention training program within orientation.
Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Skills in coordination, delegation, and team collaboration.
Critical thinking and rapid decision-making abilities.
Ability to remain calm and manage verbal/physical responses in stressful situations.
Ability to establish rapport and use therapeutic communication techniques.
LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
1 year
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing or related field.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care, including assessment, management, and treatment planning for patients with behavioral and mental health needs by responding to behavioral crisis events.
Lead crisis response effort debriefs following behavioral emergencies.
Provide direct patient care, including assessment, management, and treatment planning for patients with behavioral and mental health needs through proactive rounding on behavioral health patients.
Provide education and support to care teams regarding behavioral health diagnoses and interventions.
Knowledge of normal and abnormal growth and development across the age continuum.
Familiarity with assessment, management, and treatment of behavioral health patients.
Knowledge with crisis management and de-escalation strategies.
Collaborate with medical teams to ensure stabilization and treatment according to scope of practice and training.
Incorporate cultural sensitivity and language preferences into care delivery.
Document care interventions, observations, and monitoring in compliance with policy.
Participate in transfer of care and communicate special considerations as needed.
Comply with all behavioral health-related policies to ensure safety for patients, staff, and self.
Provide patient and family education tailored to identified needs.
Maintain patient rights and confidentiality of health information.
Engage in lifelong learning and integrate new knowledge into practice.
Lead and participate in mock crisis drills and training sessions.
Collaborate with and serve as consultant for other health team members in the education of behavioral health.
Offer guidance and oversight for interventions involving behavioral health care.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
Uphold ethical practices and maintain professional boundaries.
Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.
Apply evidence-based practices and research findings to clinical decision-making.
Monitor safety within the work environment and report hazards or errors.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and workflows.
Ensure equipment functionality for safe patient care.
Demonstrate flexibility and commitment during times of change.