Registered Nurse (Psych/Behavioral Health)

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Nurse (Psych/Behavioral Health)
Location: Battle Creek, MI
New Graduates are welcome to apply!
Schedule: Full-time (Days and Nights)

Position Overview:
This role provides critical support in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment and delivering high-quality medical care for clients. The RN will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, assist direct care staff, and ensure effective coordination of healthcare services.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provides a comprehensive nursing assessment identifying resident needs, problems, capabilities and limitations.

• Records and transcribes physicians' written and verbal orders. Carries out or delegates STAT orders immediately.

• Communicates with other clinical team members observations and recommendations for residents' plan of care; providing input into the treatment team process.

• Identifies abnormal diagnostic data and brings to the attending physician's attention.

• Documents the administration of medication (including PRN) in according to established policies and procedures.

• Coordinates all pharmacy and laboratory orders, delivery, and refills with the appropriate vendors.

• Responsible for the security of all controlled medications kept in the facility and monitors the administration and accurate recording of use.

• Administers medications according to physician orders and medication administration record.

• Able to administer several differing types of injections including Tubersol PPD reading, Long Acting Antipsychotic injectables, other Intramuscular Injections as ordered.

• Provides, structures, and maintains a therapeutic environment in collaboration with other staff.

• Documents observations in nursing assessment and weekly notes in electronic charting system, Best Notes, in accordance with facility policy in a timely manner. Documentation reflects plan of care outlined in the Master Treatment Plan.

• Documentation reflects ongoing assessment of resident behaviors and feelings as expressed, and are addressed appropriately within the program or with referral.

• Prepares residents for home pass or discharge through individualized counseling and instruction prior to discharge in a clear and concise manner; providing written instructions if needed.

• Provides education to residents and families about medications, side effects, contraindications, and physical symptoms through individual counseling and group counseling.

• Provides review of clinical records for accuracy and quality documentation.

• Assists in the coordination of admissions, transfers, and discharges to provide a smooth and efficient flow of communication.

• Coordinates facility infection control program; ensuring staff and residents meet policy and procedure requirements.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Active RN license in Michigan.

• 1 year of psychiatric nursing experience strongly desired.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs.

• Capable of prolonged standing, walking, and other physical activities as required.

Benefits:

• Team-driven culture based on our 5 Star Service Commitment

• Multiple Career Development Pathways

• Company Supported Continuing Education & Certification

• Multiple Health Plan Design Options Available

Flexible Dental & Vision Plan Options

• 100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support

• 100% Company Paid Critical Illness (with health enrollment plan)

• 100% Company Paid Life & ADD

• 401K with Company Match

For more information, please reach out to Lara Clark: Phone: View phone number on ziprecruiter.com/ Email: View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.

Company Description

Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.