RN

Job Title: Registered Nurse


Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse's to join our Behavioral Health team. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care in a psychiatric mental health setting, ensuring that all nursing practices comply with professional standards and hospital protocols.


Qualifications:

Education:

- Requirement: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN)

- Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

Experience:

- Preferred: At least 1-3 years of experience in psychiatric nursing

Certifications/Licenses:

- Required: Current Florida RN License.

- Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.

- Required: CPI certification

- Preferred: Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

Professional Development: .

- Maintain required licenses/certifications, including Florida RN License, BLS certification and CPI Certification.

- Complete the Department of Children and Families (DCF) online Baker Act Training modules as indicated on instruction form given upon hire and submit certificates for each..

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Documentation:

- Perform comprehensive assessments of patients on admission and throughout their stay.

- Develop and implement patient-specific treatment plans.

- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.

- Document all patient interactions, treatments, and responses in accordance with hospital policy.

Medication Administr ation:

- Administer medications as prescribed, including PRN medications.

- Monitor patients for side effects and effectiveness of medications.

- Ensure accurate documentation of medication administration and patient reactions.

Patient Rights and Advocacy:

- Treat all patients with dignity and respect, maintaining privacy and confidentiality.

- Ensure patients understand their rights, informed consent, and treatment options.

- Act as a patient advocate and provide non-judgmental, culturally sensitive care.

Teamwork:

- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to assess and plan patient care.

Emergency Response:

- Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies, demonstrating strong decision-making under pressure.

- Manage challenging patient behaviors, including de-escalation techniques and maintaining safety in the unit.