Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Behavioral Health Unit - Clermont Hospital

Mercy Health • Batavia, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care to patients in the Adult Behavioral Health Unit at Clermont Hospital. The role uses organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions, develop and carry out patient care plans, and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. The nurse provides direct care under the provider’s prescribed plan and within the nursing scope of practice, monitors patient progress, documents assessments and care, and collaborates with providers and other health professionals to support patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Current state licensure, or covered compact licensure, as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• One year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• BLS Basic Life Support is required before direct patient care; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support is acceptable in lieu of BLS.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred).
• Recent Behavioral Health experience (preferred, not required).
• EPIC Electronic Health Record training (preferred, not required).
• De-Escalation Training (preferred, not required).
• BLS is preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care according to the provider’s prescribed plan of care and nursing scope of practice, monitoring patient progress and recovery.
• Assess and document patients’ conditions, and report changes as needed.
• Administer medication, insulin, and IV fluids, documenting thoroughly.
• Inspect and care for wounds, change dressings, and assist with personal hygiene.
• Use effective interviewing skills to gather information from patients and/or their families or significant others for treatment planning and implementation.
• Assess patients for further injuries, infections, bedsores, and other issues, 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, referral bonuses, and 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, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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