Registered Nurse - Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Unit

Schedule: PRN, Days 7am-7pm, as needed | Job Location Type: In Person The Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Unit is a specialized inpatient unit for the psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment of adults with co-occurring developmental and psychiatric disorders. This is a 6-bed unit that offers a behavioral approach to care for these dually diagnosed adults. What to expect. Perform a full range of professional psychiatric nursing services, including assessing, planning, administering, and evaluating patient care in accordance with team treatment plans.Administer medical treatment as prescribed by physician.Teach and provide psychosocial support to patients and their familiesProvide day-to-day clinical direction to assigned Mental Health Workers or other paraprofessional staffDocument and report patient progress to treatment team. What you’ll get from us. At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: An extended clinical orientation led by Sheppard Pratt’s Clinical Education Department to prepare you for the responsibilities of your role.A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparationComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions403b retirement matchGenerous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positionsComplimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Generous mileage reimbursement program The pay range for this position is $37.08 minimum to $56.83 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. What we need from you. Must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Maryland (or compact state) at time of appointment and continuously while in position.Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting preferred but not necessary.A passion for working with adults on the Autism Spectrum.All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment. WHY SHEPPARD PRATT? At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!