Registered Nurse - Adolescent Psychiatric Program - RN
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) works in Generose 1W (GE1W), Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, an 18-bed closed unit caring for patients ages 2–18 who are experiencing psychiatric crises. The program uses a short-term crisis intervention treatment model and provides a safe, supportive, highly structured environment. The care team includes nurses, patient care assistants, psychiatrists, psychologists, a music therapist, social workers, and specialty physicians. Care includes thorough assessment of biological, medical, developmental, psychosocial, psychological, and educational skills and needs that may affect the well-being of the child and family. The RN coordinates nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care. Within Mayo Clinic’s Nursing Professional Practice Model and the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, the RN plans, implements, evaluates, and communicates all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The RN supports professional nursing practice across settings and the continuum of care, provides leadership through precepting, formal or informal leadership, and quality improvement, and delegates care according to staff skill and experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and available resources. The RN may also participate in committees or projects. Some employees may be required to drive a personal vehicle as part of their role. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship; successful sponsorship requires state licensure and VisaScreen or equivalent certification. New graduate nurses are directed to apply through the Nurse Residency Program.
Requirements
- Graduate of a nursing program recognized by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA.
- One year of professional RN experience.
- Current RN license meeting applicable state requirements before the start date.
- Valid BLS certification; it must remain valid for 90 days after the start date. Accepted certifications include AHA/Heartcode BLS, Military Training Network, or Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Computer skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, potentially including days, evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call.
- Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations in the work setting.
- Demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and excellent critical-thinking skills.
- Entry-level associate degree RNs with a start date on or after April 1, 2020 must document completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited program within five years from the last day of the month of their RN start date.
- Entry-level associate degree RNs with a start date before April 1, 2020 must document completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing according to the degree requirement program in place at the time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with electronic medical record systems.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care.
- Plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate all phases of nursing care for assigned patients.
- Support professional nursing practice across practice settings and the continuum of care.
- Provide leadership through preceptor duties, formal or informal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts.
- Delegate patient care based on skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and resource availability.
- Mentor and teach, communicate effectively, and potentially participate in committees or projects.
- Assess biological, medical, developmental, psychosocial, psychological, and educational skills and needs relevant to the well-being of children and families.
- Drive a personal vehicle if required for the employee’s role.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Affordable vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
