Nurse

About the role

The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis, delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness. Together, the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.

Responsibilities

• Program Administration Support:
  • Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients/ Make care assignments and assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.
  • Direct support staff to coordinate workflow and communicate problems to unit supervisors.
  • Complete required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms, and other records to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
  • Provide orientation and support to staff on the unit.
• Program Management Support:
  • Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of individuals' physical and psychosocial status from admission to discharge to inform care decisions.
  • Administer medications and treatments according to facility policies and procedures.
  • Develop and implement nursing care plans for diagnosis or treatment plan changes to adapt to evolving needs.
  • Complete medication administration supervision monitors and clinical observation notes for support staff.
  • Educate individuals and family members regarding medication, procedures, and treatment goals and objectives.
  • Respond and intervene in emergency situations and with agitated individuals to maintain safety and therapeutic environment.
  • Ensure proper safety and infection control standards are met for the unit to protect staff and individuals.

Requirements

• Must possess an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college.
• Must posses an active license to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse.
• Must hold and maintain CPR certification.
• Must stay current with behavioral intervention training applicable to the assigned setting.

Qualifications

• Critical Thinking Ability to understand and apply medical and facility terminology.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
• Communicating Effectively Effective interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to serve as a patient advocate.
• Managing Stress Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations and maintain composure under pressure.
• Ability to support individuals with behavioral or emotional needs.
• Navigating Organizations Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
• Able to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.

Skills

• Computer Skills
• MS Office Applications
• Electronic Patient Records

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $62,218.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Schedule

Not specified.