Registered Nurse- Inpatient Psychiatry - Night Shift- Medstar Washington Hospital Center

Signet Health • Washington DC, DC

33d • $89,612 - $109,526 • Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Adult Behavioral Health & Psychiatry program provides a therapeutic environment through individualized treatment. The Registered Nurse promote s and restore s patients' health by completing the nursing process, collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, providing physical and psychological support to patients and families, and supervising assigned team members as necessary .

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed by the Board of Nurse Examiners for The District of Columbia.
• One year Adult Psych, and/or Chemical Dependency nursing experience preferred.
• Articulate verbal communication and strong written skills.
• Proficient computer skills ; Cerner Medconnect experience preferred.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Psychiatric mental health certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Educating patients and their family members
• Documenting all treatments, medications, and other patient care aspects in medical records
• Responding to emergency psychiatric situations
• Conducting screenings and evaluations and monitoring patients
• Administering medications and monitoring responses to medication
• Following the Doctor’s orders and treatment plans
• Communicating & collaborating with other medical professionals and care team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees