Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Unit - Richmond Community Hospital - PRN
About The Position
The Psychiatric Registered Nurse delivers nursing care to patients in the Adult Behavioral Health Unit at Richmond Community Hospital. The role involves assessing patient status, implementing clinical nursing interventions, developing and performing patient care plans, and helping maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. The nurse provides direct patient care under the provider’s prescribed plan and within nursing scope of practice, monitors patient progress, documents assessments and care, and collaborates with providers and other healthcare professionals to support patient outcomes. The position is PRN, with evening/night shifts and scheduled weekly hours listed as 0.01. The listed pay range is $34.33 to $54.93. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. Current RN licensure and one year of professional RN experience are required. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.
Requirements
- Current state licensure, or covered compact licensure, as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- One year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse.
- BLS Basic Life Support certification; must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care. ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support is acceptable in lieu of BLS.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Recent behavioral health experience.
- EPIC Electronic Health Record training.
- De-Escalation Training.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care according to the provider’s prescribed plan of care and nursing scope of practice, while monitoring progress and recovery.
- Assess and document patient conditions and report changes as needed.
- Administer medications, insulin, and IV fluids, documenting care thoroughly.
- Inspect and care for wounds, change dressings, and assist with personal hygiene.
- Use effective interviewing skills to obtain information from patients and/or family or significant others needed to plan and implement treatment.
- Assess patients for further injuries, infections, bedsores, and other concerns, and provide appropriate treatment.
- Collaborate with providers, aides, and allied health professionals to support patient outcomes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
- 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- HSA/FSA options.
- Life insurance.
- Mental health resources and discounts.
- Paid time off.
- Parental and FMLA leave.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
