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Mental Health Nurse

MH nurses are committed to making an impact in the lives of their patients, and their colleagues. The MH nurse is professionally engaged, possesses clinical expertise, has a spirit of inquiry, embraces learning and fosters the patient relationship. This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of competent, evidence-based care, which includes assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Participates in decision making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care. Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

Current Indiana Registered Nurse license.

Other advance life support may be required by unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

One-year experience in critical care or related healthcare setting

Bachelors Science of Nursing (BSN)

Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.

Developed computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform patient care applications, echarting, email and other standards applications related to the department operations and job function.

Strong customer service skills, with special emphasis on patient centered care.

Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

Basic working understanding of concepts of infection control principles to prevent the spread of infection to patients, self and others.

Ability to react appropriately in any environment or situation.

General awareness and understanding of legal implication of patient care activities and self-performance while performing job duties.

Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.

Risk for occupational exposure to blood, body fluid and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.

Works with protected health information.

Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.

Use of computers and other standard office equipment.

Lifting supplies and equipment typically found in clinical patient care areas.

Operates equipment typically found in patient rooms.

Equal Opportunity Employer Marion Health is a smoke-free environment.

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