Care Team- Registered Nurse (Brentwood)

Deaconess Health System•Newburgh, IN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse serves as a CARE Team member, assessing patients’ mental health needs and using crisis intervention methods to determine the appropriate level of care. CARE Team assessments are conducted throughout the Deaconess Health System, both in person and virtually. The role includes assessing psychiatric and substance abuse patients, screening for medical concerns and psychiatric admission appropriateness, coordinating patient disposition and handoffs, and working with patients, colleagues, physicians, and community resources. The position works 36 hours per week on day shifts and includes holiday, weekend, and on-call rotation.

Requirements

Degree in nursing (ASN).
At least one year of relevant experience assessing and working with psychiatric and substance abuse patients.
Required RN license.
Valid driver's license and access to personal transportation for assessments at offsite locations.
Must maintain de-escalation training in accordance with Deaconess guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess the clinical needs of psychiatric and substance abuse patients and use crisis intervention methods to determine level of care.
Document information professionally and in a timely manner, and communicate clearly and concisely.
Comply with staff development, training, meeting, and in-service requirements.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrative services, CARE Team coworkers, hospital colleagues, patients, community physicians, allied health professionals, and community referral sources.
Assist with obtaining insurance precertification for Deaconess Health System Behavioral Health patients and keep current on payor information.
Maintain familiarity with psychological, sociological, and medical terminology and use it appropriately.
Maintain awareness of Deaconess Cross Pointe programs and other community resources.
Advise the supervisor of issues related to triage or patient disposition.
Use therapeutic skills to establish rapport with a wide variety of psychiatric populations.
Maintain current knowledge of emergency detention procedures and document accordingly.
Prioritize patients’ need for medical screening and seek immediate consultation when medical issues are identified.
Use appropriate screening procedures, including a breathalyzer when indicated, and apply a general understanding of medical conditions to screen for psychiatric-unit admission appropriateness.
Provide thorough handoff information to CARE Team staff, unit staff, and physicians.
Remain aware of activity and assist wherever necessary.
Maintain professionalism when working with coworkers, patients, and outside agencies.
Use problem-solving and time-management skills to address issues as they arise during patient admissions.