Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - Nights PRN
LCMC Health•Covington, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
This role is for a behavioral health nurse who understands the unique challenges and rewards of providing care to patients struggling with mental health diagnoses such as depression, bipolar disorder, and social phobias. The position emphasizes compassion and a commitment to helping patients live their best lives. The employer acknowledges that this is a calling that can extend beyond typical work hours and offers health and wellness resources for nurses. The role values the candidate's experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and unique contributions.
Requirements
- Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
- Current CPI (level 1).
- Current PALs certification (CHNOLA only).
- Minimum of 2 years in a related clinical area.
Nice To Haves
- Deliver healthcare with heart.
- Give people a reason to smile.
- Put a little love in your work.
- Be honest and real, but with compassion.
- Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
- Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
- See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
- Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
- Love what makes you, you - because we do.
Responsibilities
- Prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all care touchpoints for patients.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate direct patient care.
- Maintaining and advocating for a safe environment for everyone.
- Monitoring and engaging with patients, families, and care team members concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.
- Preventing and treating wounds.
- Monitoring and executing Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
- Ensuring continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional patient experience.
- Advising and consulting with supervisor when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
- Initiating patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services.
- Assisting others without being asked to contribute to the team.
Benefits
- Health and wellness resources for nurses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
