Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health - Rappahannock General Hospital - PRN
About The Position
The Psychiatric Registered Nurse delivers patient-focused nursing care in the Adult Behavioral Health Unit at Rappahannock General Hospital. The role uses organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions, apply a diverse medical skillset, develop and carry out patient care plans, and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. The RN provides direct care under the provider’s prescribed plan of care and within nursing scope of practice, monitors patient progress and recovery, documents assessments and changes, administers medications and IV fluids, provides wound and personal hygiene care, and assesses and treats additional concerns such as injuries, infections, and bedsores. The RN works with providers, aides, and allied health professionals to support patient outcomes. This PRN position is scheduled for evenings and nights. One year of professional RN experience and current RN licensure are required. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BLS certification, recent behavioral health experience, EPIC training, and de-escalation training are preferred or otherwise identified as preferred/not required in the posting.
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 is required before direct patient care if not already held; 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, monitoring progress and recovery.
- Assess and document patient conditions and report changes as needed.
- Administer medications, insulin, and IV fluids, and document care thoroughly.
- Inspect and care for wounds, change dressings, and assist with personal hygiene.
- Interview patients and/or family or significant others to obtain information needed to plan and implement treatment.
- Assess for additional 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, 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. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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