RN-Behavioral Health FT Weekends

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 time‑frame set in policy and procedures. Utilizes critical thinking skills and judgment 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 physician 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. As an SSM Health nurse, 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. Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing. Experience One year registered nurse experience. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching, and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near ( 20 feet) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds, and hear alarms or malfunctioning machinery. Occasional lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25‑50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. Licensing & Certifications Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Nurse (RN) – State‑specific licensing (Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin or Compact State) State of Work Location Illinois – BLS HCP, RN (IDFPR) Missouri – BLS HCP, RN (Missouri Division of Professional Registration or Compact State) Oklahoma – BLS HCP, RN (Oklahoma Board of Nursing or Compact State) Wisconsin – BLS HCP, RN (Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services or Compact State) Work Shift Weekend Shift (United States of America) Job Details Job Type: Employee | Department: 4 East BHM | Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Benefits SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit employee needs. Paid Parental Leave: One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: Voluntary benefit through DailyPay offering instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: Tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. 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