GERI BEHAVIORAL, Registered Nurse, Full-Time, Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Our expectation is that you will perform your job in a manner consistent with our Mission: To make a positive difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve through the effective and efficient delivery of quality healthcare services.

POSITION SUMMARY : The purpose of this job is to plan and supervise the nursing care delivered to acutely ill adult and geriatric patients in the Senior Behavioral Health Unit per all standards governing our facility.

The RN maintains overall departmental operations in accordance with the facility’s mission and philosophy, participates in and maintains performance improvement activities to assure the highest standards of care, and provides an environment of patient focused care, training new staff and providing leadership to our nursing team. The RN staff nurse will assist in clinical supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following represents the essential functions of this position. Other duties may be required as needed.

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Ensure continual delivery of high quality nursing care
• Provide direct patient care as needed, including medications and treatments
• Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes
• Support and guide nursing staff while maintaining a collaborative team environment
• Educate patients and families on care plans and treatment needs
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and families
• Manage emergency situations while maintaining a calm, controlled environment
• Work effectively under stress with frequent interruptions

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

· Current RN license in the State of Georgia

· Current BLS required

· ACLS certification preferred (or within 3 months of employment)

· PALS certification preferred (within 6 months of employment) 

· Minimum one (1) year of RN experience in an acute care setting preferred

· Psychiatric or geriatric nursing experience preferred

Professional Requirements

1. Maintains professional appearance and adheres to dress code. 
2. Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
3. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. 
4. Demonstrates effective communication with patients, families, and staff. 
5. Participates in required education, training, and meetings. 
6. Maintains professional relationships with interdisciplinary teams.
7. Supports departmental goals and quality initiatives. 

Working Conditions 

May be exposed to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and conditions common to a clinical environment. 

Physical Requirements

· Ability to sit, stand, walk, or bend intermittently throughout the workday.

· Ability to think and work effectively under stress with frequent interruptions. 

· Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

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