Registered Nurse (RN) Days

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring a Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN) for Day Shift!

POSITION OVERVIEW:
This role is designed to oversee the clinical operations within the hospital on a daily basis. Responsibilities include engaging with patients in a therapeutic environment, executing physician directives, conducting assessments, developing and updating treatment plans, managing patient care, facilitating both group and individual therapy/education, and coordinating referrals for intake and ongoing care. The position also involves administering treatments, managing restraints or seclusion when necessary, achieving patient goals, maintaining clinical documentation, IV therapy, medication distribution, and educating family members while supervising other mental health professionals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: To successfully fulfill this role, the individual must effectively perform each essential duty, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Continuously assess patient needs, health conditions, and responses to interventions, ensuring nursing staff is available to meet those needs.
• Actively participate in treatment modalities and document patient progress.
• Evaluate patient care upon admission and continuously thereafter, adhering to established nursing practices.
• Ensure nursing staff develops and maintains up-to-date care plans for each patient.
• Assign patient care responsibilities to nursing staff.
• Supervise and assess the clinical activities of non-employee nursing personnel.
• Review staffing schedules and adjust as necessary to accommodate nursing staff absences while meeting patient care needs.
• Administer medications, IVs, and perform venipuncture as permitted by state regulations.
• Implement physician orders effectively.
• Educate patients and families on medication administration, understanding disorders, benefits, side effects, disease prevention, and essential life skills.
• Conduct thorough nursing assessments, treatments, and tests.
• Complete psychiatric metrics and maintain organized, clear, and current medical documentation.
• Ensure a safe, therapeutic, and sanitized environment.
• Complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision while overseeing personnel performance and nursing care.
• Respect and uphold all policies regarding patient rights, confidentiality, and anonymity.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' signs, symptoms, and progress in therapy.
• Identify and interpret patient findings that require attention or notification of other professionals.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Receive orders from licensed physicians and manage medication inventory securely.
• Document and investigate complaints and incidents involving patients, staff, visitors, and family members in compliance with applicable laws and policies.
• Adhere to regulations regarding patient rights, abuse prevention, infection control, and professional ethics.
• Engage with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues in a friendly, respectful, and professional manner.
• Implement and comply with patient Advance Directives.
• Address any questions or concerns regarding prescriptions with the physician.
• Ensure timely completion and accessibility of patient information in medical records.
• Ensure all documentation is properly dated, timed, and authenticated.
• Incorporate results from evaluations, complications, and adverse drug reactions into medical records.
• Ensure informed consents are properly executed.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records that include physician orders, nursing notes, care plans, treatment reports, medication records, and vital signs.
• Provide pharmaceutical services within the scope of licensure and education.
• Prevent infection transmission among patients, staff, and visitors, and implement necessary precautions.
• Identify patients requiring isolation per CDC guidelines and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Promote hand hygiene among staff and educate on infection prevention methods.
• Develop discharge plans and ensure timely arrangements for post-hospital care.
• Transfer or refer patients with necessary medical information to appropriate facilities for follow-up care.
• Provide emergency care within safe and appropriate timeframes.
• Foster a drug-free and violence-free workplace.
• Meet all continuing education and basic qualification standards.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Strong understanding of standard nursing practices and knowledge of the needs of geriatric and/or mentally ill patients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to de-escalate potentially violent situations and intervene early in crises.
• Ability to problem-solve and make decisions, particularly in high-pressure scenarios.
• Proficient in using equipment, including restraint systems.
• Knowledge of techniques to identify patient behaviors and environmental factors that may necessitate restraint or seclusion.
• Familiarity with non-physical intervention skills and safe application of restraints.
• Ability to monitor the well-being of restrained or secluded patients, including vital signs and psychological health.
• Certification in first aid and CPR, with periodic recertification.
• Understanding of legal requirements related to seclusion and restraint.
• Knowledge of hospital policies regarding patient care, safety, and incident reporting.
• Awareness of universal precautions and methods for controlling communicable diseases.
• Understanding of ethical practices, cultural competency, and legal aspects of nursing.
• Proficient in IV administration and understanding of fluid balance and medication side effects.
• Knowledge of DSM IV diagnoses and psychotropic medications.
• Ability to create comprehensive treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of patients served.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in geriatrics or mental health.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a Registered Nursing Degree.
• Current State Registered Nursing License.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Current CPI Certification.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Position may require unscheduled overtime and weekend work.
• Flexibility in working hours is essential.
• Travel may be necessary.

REQUIRED COMPUTER SOFTWARE/ EQUIPMENT:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn HRIS and/or scheduling systems.
• Familiarity with standard office equipment and computers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Frequent lifting of objects up to 40 pounds is required.
• Job entails standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
• Work is typically conducted in a standard office environment that is well-lit and temperature-controlled, with moderate noise levels.
• The physical demands outlined here represent the requirements necessary for successful job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS:
• Adhere to safety protocols and report unsafe conditions.
• Take proactive measures to prevent unsafe practices among colleagues.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• This position does not have direct supervisory duties.
• Priorities are often determined by a supervisor.
• Occasionally requires managerial guidance in extraordinary situations.

COMPETENCIES:
• Analytical Thinking: Capable of gathering and analyzing data to reach sound conclusions; solves problems promptly.
• Customer Service: Exhibits strong interpersonal skills in challenging situations; responds quickly to customer needs.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for decisions and actions; maintains reliability during crises.
• Attendance: Consistently punctual and present; ensures coverage of responsibilities; returns from breaks on time.
• Communication: Communicates clearly and persuasively in both spoken and written forms; actively listens and seeks clarification.
• Ethical Behavior: Upholds organizational values and complies with regulations; maintains confidentiality and treats others with respect.
• Initiative: Seeks additional responsibilities and sets personal improvement goals aligned with organizational objectives.
• Job and Industry Knowledge: Demonstrates understanding of the role and industry; actively seeks further information.
• Productivity and Quality of Work: Maintains high performance standards while ensuring accuracy and thoroughness.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with others; contributes ideas and skills for team success; prioritizes team goals over personal interests.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Our organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Education

• Associates or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Nurse

Equal Opportunity Employer
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