Registered Nurse (RN) - Contract Days
About The Position
The Contract Registered Nurse (RN) Days is a registered professional nurse who prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices. Document patient information and nursing care in the provision of nursing services. Document and reassess any significant changes in the patient's condition in compliance with facility policy. Verify the accuracy of patient records. Intervention is based on knowledge of psychiatric and medical nursing procedures, as well as the plan of care. Provide education to patients and families based on their identified needs and limitations, such as, communication, interpersonal and social skills as well as basic principles of physical health. Document both the nursing interventions on the treatment plan and the patient's response to the intervention. Utilize appropriate interventions in psychiatric and medical emergencies. Act as the patient's advocate and assure that patient rights are upheld.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required.
- Currently licensed to practice by the Massachusetts State Board of Nursing.
- Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications.
- CPR certification.
- Successful completion of Management of Aggressive Behavior including restraint and seclusion policies, within 30 days of employment, and prior to assisting in restraining procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prescribes, coordinates, and evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members.
- Documents patient information and nursing care.
- Documents and reassesses any significant changes in the patient's condition.
- Verifies the accuracy of patient records.
- Provides education to patients and families based on their identified needs and limitations.
- Documents nursing interventions and patient's response to the intervention.
- Utilizes appropriate interventions in psychiatric and medical emergencies.
- Acts as the patient's advocate and assures that patient rights are upheld.
Benefits
- Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
