Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Inpatient - Lakewood Medical Center (PRN)
About The Position
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Behavioral Health Inpatient team at Lakewood Medical Center. In this role, you will provide top-notch care to patients dealing with acute, chronic, or terminal illnesses. You will assess patients based on their diagnosis and care needs, plan, perform, delegate, and evaluate nursing care using your expert skills. You will also work closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best patient outcomes, participate in committees, program evaluations, research, and education, and supervise and mentor students. Staying compliant with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and all organizational and regulatory requirements is essential.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program
- Current state of Missouri license as a Registered Nurse
- Current BCLS certification
- If applying for a PRN position: At least one year of medical/surgical experience OR one year of prior experience in the specialty area
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent specialty degree
- RN Specialty Certification
Responsibilities
- Assess patients based on their diagnosis and care needs
- Plan, perform, delegate, and evaluate nursing care using your expert skills
- Work closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best patient outcomes
- Participate in committees, program evaluations, research, and education
- Supervise and mentor students
- Stay compliant with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and all organizational and regulatory requirements
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth and continuing education
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
