Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Unit

Park Royal Hospital • Fort Myers, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Park Royal Hospital is a state-of-the-art, private free-standing 126-bed psychiatric hospital providing life-changing care. This Registered Nurse position is for individuals passionate and dedicated to making a difference through compassionate therapeutic practices. The hospital offers inpatient and outpatient treatment for adolescents (13-17 years), adults (18 years and older), and senior adults, addressing conditions such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, memory problems, post-traumatic stress disorder, other mental illnesses, and co-occurring substance use disorders. The facility is outfitted with cutting-edge technology and safety features.

Requirements

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements.
• One year of nursing experience.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
• This position requires a Level 2 Background Screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

• Previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
• Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
• Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
• Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
• Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
• Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
• Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
• Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
• Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
• Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
• Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate
• 12 Hour shifts
• Work Life balance is as important to us as it is to you, and we strive to find that perfect fit.
• PerkSpot! Our employee discount program for over 30,000 merchants.
• 100% Paid Psychiatric Training!
• Excellent career advancement and cross training opportunities!
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, vision, dental, and voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Well-being programs encompass employee assistance programs, financial support, tuition reimbursement, and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees