Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
The Adolescent Psychiatric unit is a 14-bed acute stabilization unit for adolescent patients with a primary psychiatric/chemical dependency diagnosis. The Adolescent inpatient psychiatric program specializes in acute care for patients aged 12 - 17 with primary DSM5 or ICD10 diagnosis. Performs care that requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process. Utilizes high-level assessment skills to design and ensure multidisciplinary patient care to meet holistic needs, incorporating established practice guidelines and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a current RN license in the state of Kentucky or Kentucky work permit.
- Associate degree in Nursing.
- No experience required.
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
- Additional required training includes Glucometer, Aegis, RN Patient Deterioration, Life-Threatening Arrhythmia, and Nurse Wound Care training within established timeframes.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Patient care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides safe, high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.
- Monitors patient conditions, administers treatments and physician orders, and documents patient care accurately.
- Educates patients and families regarding treatment plans, procedures, and discharge needs.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Demonstrates critical thinking, clinical judgment, leadership, and teamwork in daily nursing practice.
- Maintains compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, licensure, and continuing education standards.
Benefits
- Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement with Company Match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
