Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

About the role

This role is for a registered nurse responsible for assessing, managing, and delivering comprehensive patient care during hospitalization.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient assessments
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans
• Administer medications
• Coordinate with the healthcare team
• Document care
• Provide patient and family education
• Recognize changes in patient conditions
• Implement specialized interventions (e.g., restraint and pain management)
• Ensure infection control and safety protocols are followed
• Participate in performance improvement activities
• Mentor staff
• Ensure compliance with policies

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the respective state
• BLS certification

Skills

• Strong communication
• Collaboration
• Critical thinking
• Adherence to professional standards

Professional expectations

The position emphasizes professional accountability, teamwork, respectful interactions, and commitment to quality and evidence-based practice. It involves providing age-appropriate, cost-effective, and compassionate care while maintaining a safe and organized environment. The role requires flexibility, professionalism, and a focus on delivering high-quality patient-centered care.