Registered Nurse Per Diem at Care New England Providence, RI

Job Summary Provides direct patient care based on the knowledge of ANA Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Butler Hospital policies and procedures, and the RI Nurse Practice Act. Participates in treatment planning to coordinate management of medical and nursing care and discharge planning of their patients. Coordinates Psychiatric and/or Medical emergencies in such a manner that assures that the individual in crisis is properly cared for and that all other patients are safe. Participates as an active team member by assisting other staff and accepting additional assignments to complete essential patient care and unit responsibilities. Administers medications with knowledge of action, mode of administration, side effects, and contraindications. Assumes role of Charge Nurse for the shift. Responsibilities Provides direct patient care. Participates in treatment planning and discharge planning. Coordinates psychiatric and medical emergencies. Assists other staff and takes on additional assignments. Administers medications and manages medication orders. Assumes charge nurse responsibilities for the shift. Requirements Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Training and Experience: Current RI nursing license. Special Qualifications: B.S.N required. Minimum of 3 years of Acute Care Experience. Availability for Training 1st week: 4 shifts of Day training. Remaining training will consist of 3 to 4 shifts per week (1st or 2nd); no weekends or holidays. Per Diem Positions Require 6 shifts per month, including 2 weekend shifts. Equal Opportunity Statement Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Americans with Disabilities Act Statement External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis. Ethics Statement Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clough AMEC.