Registered Nurse - Psychiatry

KurzSolutions•Sheridan, WY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community – Sheridan, WY Wyoming's Jewel, Sheridan's fabled western history and dramatic mountain vistas meet new west comfort and the serenity of wide-open spaces. Providing history with a view – from Main Street to the magnificent backdrop of the Bighorn Mountains – Sheridan offers modern hospitality with the old west charm. Sheridan serves as the epicenter of festivals and events in Northern Wyoming. A wealth of cultural, historical and recreational opportunities beckon from their backyard. From the wilderness of the Bighorns just a stone's throw away or the surrounding cities and battle sites, the exploration never ceases. Recreation knows no bounds in the Bighorn Mountains. Hike, bike, camp, boat, or photograph the wildlife and striking panoramas, or come in time for hunting season in the hills. Become an ice climber for a day, or ply your fly fishing skills in a small mountain stream. Step back through time as you explore ancient geological wonders and antiquated ceremonial sites, or ride mountain passes on horseback as you chase the setting sun. The Bighorn Mountains are yours to enjoy, any way you please! Explore Sheridan here today! About the Facility – Sheridan VAMC Since April 1922, the Sheridan VAMC has been a mental health care and primary care facility for men and women who have served their country. In 1898 the grounds that are new the Sheridan VAMC were set aside by President William McKinley to be a military fort. The fort was named after the Brigadier General Ranald Slidell Mackenzie. The first troops to the fort in 1901 were Buffalo Soldiers who used the fort for rest and retraining. By World War I, the fort was closed and ready for demolition. However, former President Taft, who after leaving office was appointed to the Supreme Court, was able to get the fort transferred to the Bureau of Health as a hospital for men coming home from WWI with battle fatigue or what is known today as PTSD. The hospital opened in April 1922 at a 300 bed facility. By the end of World War II, the facility had 900 beds. Today the Sheridan VAMC has 208 beds and serves nearly 12,500 Veterans yearly. The Medical Center boasts eight Community Based Outpatient Clinics, located strategically across Wyoming. Each clinic, along with the Medical Center, is staffed to provide a wide range of health and mental health services. Facility Address: 1898 Fort Rd, Sheridan WY 82801

Requirements

Completed courses for nursing from an accredited program approved by either the Commission for Education in Nursing or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
A current license in at least one state, territory, or commonwealth in the U.S. or District of Columbia.
A minimum of three years- direct patient care experience in the mental health/behavioral health specialty.
Must have BLS.

Responsibilities

Patient assessments
Medication administration
Interdisciplinary team coordination
Admissions
Discharges
Internal and external transfers
Delegations to assistive personnel
Electronic medical record documentation
Patient transport
Withdrawal monitoring and management
Emergency response procedures
Applying de-escalation techniques to help people manage their emotions and behavior
Providing evidence-based individual support, such as cognitive behavior therapy principles for depression and anxiety
Working 8- or 12-hour shifts, days, nights, weekdays, weekends and holidays