Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Job Summary Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the facility. Responsibilities Completes admitting and shift assessments on assigned patients including behaviors, accurately and within the timeframe set in policy and procedures. Utilizes critical thinking skills and judgement to analyze patient assessment data and notify physician of changes in condition. Participates in the development, review, and evaluation of multidisciplinary treatment plans as per policies and procedures. Documents all nursing care given and adheres to nursing standards and ministry policies and procedures. Consistently and accurately implements and records physicians orders. Assesses and monitors patients and environment for safety within the unit. Serves as a clinical resource and supervises care delivered by LPNs and techs. Educates patients and families based on assessed needs and documents education provided in the Electronic Health Record. Applies the existing body of evidence‑based practice and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient’s age‑specific and clinical needs as described in the department's Scope of Service. Demonstrates the professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model. Uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide responses to the current and evolving health and nursing needs of patients and patient populations. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing. Experience: No experience required. Physical Requirements: Constant use of speech, standing and walking, frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25lbs, frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use, frequent use of vision and depth perception, frequent use of hearing, occasional lifting of objects weighing 25‑50lbs, occasional lifting or moving of patients, occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements, occasional driving, rare crawling and running. Required Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration or Registered Nurse (RN) issued by Compact State. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA). Job Details Work Location: Missouri State of Work: Missouri Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Employee Type: Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Benefits SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, paid parental leave, flexible payment options through DailyPay, upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath, and more. Benefits are tailored to fit individual needs. Equal Opportunity Employer SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr