Registered Nurse (RN)-Behavioral Health-PRN Days

Mary Washington Healthcare•Fredericksburg, VA

About The Position

The Level II Competent Registered Nurse provides total, comprehensive, continuous, patient-centered care for an assigned group of patients. The nurse delivers care through assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation, and collaborates with the healthcare team to improve care quality by incorporating research and evidence-based knowledge into practice. The role follows MWHC Level II Practice Standards covering exemplary professional practice, structural empowerment, transformational leadership, and new knowledge, innovations, and improvement. The position is PRN and is listed for days. The work involves coordinating nursing care and collaborating with patients, families, and health team members, as well as participating in unit operations, staff orientation, and quality improvement. Compensation is $40.59–$53.86.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
Valid RN license from Virginia or a reciprocal compact state.
AHA BLS Provider CPR certification required at hire.
CPI certification required within 90 days.
Critical thinking and analytical skills.
Ability to multitask, communicate effectively, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to cope with difficult situations and tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting 35 pounds and pushing and pulling 20 pounds.
Ability to work in confined spaces and wear appropriate personal protective equipment when needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate nursing care, including oversight of licensed and unlicensed personnel performing assigned or delegated tasks, using the nursing process and interdisciplinary teamwork to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Coordinate patient care with the patient, family, and health team members, including patient and family teaching and discharge planning.
Communicate and coordinate the plan of care and other pertinent information with other healthcare team members.
Assist leadership in defining standards of excellence for patient care and participate in improving patient care services.
Integrate performance improvement into care delivery and participate in quality improvement activities.
Participate in the orientation of new permanent and temporary staff members.
Serve as a point of contact for nurses and other health team members regarding hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Participate in daily operational activities needed to maintain a safe patient and staff environment.
Provide input to the Nurse Manager regarding unit needs.
Participate in unit, departmental, and hospital committees that formulate nursing and hospital policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.