RN (.9) - Inpatient Psychiatric Services

Billings Clinic • Billings, MT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN works in Inpatient Psychiatric Services at Billings Clinic’s Main Campus in Billings, Montana. Under general supervision, the nurse uses the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and theoretical and clinical skills to promote and maintain health. The RN uses evidence-based practices consistent with national standards, takes responsibility for the quality of nursing care, and directs the plan of care while maintaining professionalism.

This is a full-time position at 0.90 FTE, or 72 hours every two weeks. The shift varies. The position is non-exempt, with a starting wage of $38.91–$61.21 DOE. Associate or diploma RNs with fewer than five years of RN experience must commit to completing a Bachelor of Nursing degree within four years of hire; Billings Clinic may provide financial assistance toward the cost.

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, physician-led health system based in Billings, Montana, with more than 4,700 employees, over 550 physicians and non-physician providers, and a 304-bed hospital. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees working at least 24 hours per week.

Requirements

• Associate degree or nursing diploma; associate or diploma RNs with fewer than five years of RN experience must commit to completing a Bachelor of Nursing degree within four years after hire.
• Experience in medical, surgical, or psychiatric services, or the ability to successfully complete a training program.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification within 60 days of hire.
• Registered Nurse license at hire.

Responsibilities

• Use a holistic approach and evidence-based nursing practices to incorporate the nursing process into goal-directed patient care plans.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to carry out care plans appropriate to patients’ needs.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely entries in patient medical records in accordance with patient condition, documentation guidelines, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Follow Billings Clinic safety standards, policies, and practices; anticipate and identify problems and safety issues and initiate appropriate action.
• Maintain relevant skills and knowledge, including application of commonly used equipment, pharmacology, and laboratory values based on disease process or physiological status.
• Use evidence-based practice supported by nursing research within the specialty area.
• Apply performance-improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of patient care, and incorporate the Magnet Model to transform the work environment and quality of nursing care.
• Take responsibility for professional growth and development and meet system and departmental education requirements.
• Communicate collaboratively, supportively, and caringly with patients’ families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Consider the appropriateness of care in relation to patients’ population-specific needs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee wellness program
• Financial assistance may be available for the required Bachelor of Nursing degree completion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree