Mental Health RN-Day shift

Mental Health RN – Day Shift | Eagle View Behavioral Health | Bettendorf, Iowa About the job: Full time $40–50 per hour base pay + shift differential Benefits package + PTO Set schedule of 3–12 hour shifts per week (7–7pm) Complimentary continued education New grads welcome! Much more! Roles and Responsibilities LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Valid current RN license from the state or compact state, where applicable. Certified in Psychiatric Nursing preferred. CPR and de‑escalation/ restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. Work location: This position is onsite at the facility and is not a remote position. Supervisory requirements: This position is an Individual Contributor. Essential Functions Provides and coordinates care by assessing physical and behavioral health needs of patients, developing and implementing nursing care plans, maintaining medical records and educating patients and families about various conditions while ensuring patient safety at all times. Assesses patient status on an ongoing basis and communicates findings to providers timely. Ensures nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs and initial plan completed upon admission. Obtains provider’s orders accurately and documents appropriately; transcribes and reviews provider orders ensuring all required elements are present and appropriate per policy and procedures. Accurately administers medications using at least two patient identifiers. Notifies providers of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergencies, pertinent lab results, or changes in medical status regarding response to medications. Assesses and documents effects of PRN medications. Maintains accountability of administration, recording, control and security of medications, including narcotics. Completes admission and discharge processes efficiently and accurately as directed. Confers regularly with treatment team (e.g., nurses, therapists, program managers, physicians) regarding patient care; attends and participates in unit activities such as therapy groups, family meetings, staffing, unit meetings, etc. Provides education/explanation to patients, families, and co‑workers regarding medication usage/maintenance, common side effects, patients’ rights, and other topics necessary for optimal care. Monitors patient acuity, census, staffing needs, and escalates coverage needs to supervisor/charge RN. Ensures thorough, accurate documentation is completed for all patients each shift and patient assignment sheets are completed daily and tasks are carried out as assigned. Communicates thorough hand‑off reports to oncoming staff and supervisors. Education / Experience / Skill Requirements Graduation from an approved/accredited school of nursing. One or more years’ nursing experience within clinical area of service provided by the facility preferred. Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric/addiction recovery environment preferred. Knowledge of and experience with psychotropic medications and medication administration procedures. Ability to apply nursing standards and practice within an acute psychiatric setting. Eagle View Behavioral Health is an EOE. Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr