Registered Nurse (RN) 7A-7P

SUN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH GROUP•Georgetown, DE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care through physical and mental assessments, laboratory testing, care planning, and therapeutic treatments. The role requires knowledge of cognitive, emotional, developmental, social, and behavioral disorders and includes crisis intervention and participation in departmental performance improvement and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities. The nurse maintains a safe, therapeutic milieu and leads the on-shift team through appropriate assignments and clear communication. Responsibilities include assessing patients, managing changes in their condition, administering medications safely, establishing individualized treatment plans, coordinating care, documenting according to policy, and collaborating with patients, families, physicians, therapists, and other staff. The nurse also supports safety and quality initiatives, follows seclusion and restraint protocols, and advocates for patients and families.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
Current Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
CPR certification.
Certification in a hospital-selected de-escalation technique.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or certification in nursing from an accredited nursing program.
At least one year of experience in a behavioral healthcare setting.
Maintain education and development appropriate for the position.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu focused on quality patient care and lead the on-shift team through appropriate assignments and communication.
Conduct admission and daily shift nursing assessments for all patients.
Identify and manage patient medical conditions and changes in condition; assess pain and use appropriate pain-management techniques.
Educate patients and families.
Conduct medication reconciliation and administer medications safely according to policy, including appropriate medication practices for the patient's age and clinical condition.
Follow Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) protocols and use the electronic medical record and wristband scanning as required.
Establish and maintain individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
Communicate and collaborate with physicians, therapists, administration, other departments, patients, and families about patient-care issues.
Document care according to SUN policies and applicable federal and state guidelines.
Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary and advocate for patients and families.
Use seclusion and restraint protocols appropriately and comply with associated requirements.
Perform patient care in a manner that supports safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors.
Follow workplace safety rules, promptly report near misses, errors, and accidents, correct minor hazards, and communicate identified hazards.
Attend required safety programs and participate in assigned quality projects and initiatives.
Work cooperatively with colleagues and build collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
Retrieve, communicate, and present information verbally and in writing; demonstrate effective listening and communication skills.
Adhere to standards of behavior, policies, procedures, protocols, laws, and SUN Behavioral Health's mission and values.
Use supplies and facility resources responsibly, complete required training on time, maintain professionalism and attendance, and protect confidential information.
Demonstrate accountability, compassion, acceptance, and respect for cultural diversity and differences.
Perform other duties as required.