Registered Nurse-Adult Psych, Full Time Nights

Summary

Plans and implements professional nursing care for patients in accordance with hospital policies. Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned.

Major Job Functions

• Affirms patient care needs through assessment
• Organizes appropriate patient care based on assessment
• Implements and evaluates patient care plans
• Maintains a safe environment
• Maintains required competencies
• Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned
• Maintains an accurate and relevant record of patient care
• Administers medication as ordered by physician
• Recognizes and responds to life-threatening situations
• Fosters collaborative relationships with interdisciplinary team
• Maintains quality of care based on outcome-oriented indicators
• Participates in cost containment and accurate charging for patient services
• Adapts care based on age-specific needs
• Supports patients' cultural and spiritual practices

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
• Current licensure in North Carolina as a Registered Nurse or Compact state licensure
• At least 3 years of Psychiatric experience preferred
• At least 1 year of Psychiatric experience required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective organizational and leadership skills
• Knowledge of age-specific physiological and psychosocial, developmental, and spiritual needs of patients

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting
• Lifting up to 35 pounds

Required Licenses And Certifications

• BLS - American Heart Association
• RN - Board of Nursing