Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Unit - St. Mary's Hospital
About The Position
The Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care to patients in the Adult Behavioral Health Unit at St. Mary's Hospital. The role includes assessing patient status, implementing clinical nursing interventions, developing and performing patient care plans, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. The nurse provides direct care within the provider’s prescribed plan and nursing scope of practice, monitors patient progress and recovery, documents conditions and changes, administers medications and fluids, and collaborates with providers and other care professionals to support patient outcomes. The position is a full-time night shift, scheduled 36 hours weekly, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Requirements
- Current state licensure, or covered compact licensure, as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- One year of professional experience practicing as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- BLS Basic Life Support certification must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care; ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support is acceptable in lieu of BLS.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
- Recent Behavioral Health experience.
- BLS certification upon hire.
- 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, while monitoring progress and recovery.
- Assess and document patient conditions and report changes as needed.
- Administer medication, insulin, and IV/fluids, documenting thoroughly.
- Inspect and care for wounds, change dressings, and assist with personal hygiene.
- Use effective interviewing skills to elicit information from patients and/or family or significant others needed to plan and implement treatment.
- Assess patients for further 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
- $5,000 sign-on bonus.
- 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 by market and employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
