Registered Nurse (RN) - AH Levine Children's Hospital - Behavioral/Medical Observation

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

LCH 3K is a 22-bed medical observation unit that primarily serves the child and adolescent behavioral health population. Occasionally, it sees patients with stable medical issues. Patient diagnoses include suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, eating disorders, schizophrenia, autism, and sex trafficking. The unit serves as a safe place for these youth while the team finds the next level of care or services needed for stability. The team is dynamic, passionate, and diverse, consisting of nurses, psychiatric technicians, healthcare technicians, and patient safety attendants. The team is passionate about serving these patients in a caring and safety-focused manner and finds satisfaction in making a difference in the lives of these youth. All staff receive Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and certification to assist in working with patients who can become agitated and aggressive.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• At least 6 months of RN experience (not for new graduates)
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in behavioral health preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Use evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and communication skills.
• Lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed