Registered Nurse RN - part-time - NEW Crisis Receiving Center

Horizon Behavioral Heal • Lynchburg, VA

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About The Position

Registered Nurses (RN) working in Horizon Behavioral Health's Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center are responsible for the overall medical care of assigned individuals. Registered nurses are responsible for providing nursing care to crisis stabilization, detox, and clients in need of medical clearance. This includes the service delivery of basic nursing assessments, medication administration, and diagnostic procedures along with delivery of client/family education, consultation with physicians, and carrying out of provider's orders.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program and a licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia or appropriate multi-state license.
• BSN preferred.
• May consider LPN experience for a Registered Nurse who worked as an LPN prior to becoming an RN.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to physical health and intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of nursing best practices.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques.
• Effective communication skills to facilitate treatment and relay information as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to crisis stabilization, detox, and clients in need of medical clearance.
• Deliver basic nursing assessments and medication administration.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and provide client/family education.
• Consult with physicians and carry out provider's orders.

Benefits

• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS).
• Options for life, health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness.
• Separate time allocated for sick leave and paid holidays.
• Annual wellness programs and community interaction opportunities.
• Discounts at some local universities for continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree