Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health - Columbus, GA

Associate's degree in nursing required

BLS- American Heart Association

Valid Ga RN License/ or Multi State/Compact RN license

1.5+ years of bedside nursing experience

Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and/or Nursing Unit Director, perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit or department. Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy. Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education.

Position is not a travel assignment - relocation assistance is not a part of this job opportunity.

Associates degree in Nursing Required

Bachelors degree in Nursing Preferred

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Handle with Care Certification or CPI within 90 days of hire preferred

ACLS-preferred

Licenses: Valid licensure in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse (RN) or multi state/compact RN license

Minimum Work Experience: 1.5 Years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a direct bedside patient care setting. Experience in a behavioral health facility.