RN - Behavioral Health Full-Time Weekends

About the role

Provides direct patient care to behavioral health patients, adhering to facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conducting admission and shift assessments, documenting behaviors and patient data accurately and timely.
• Using critical thinking to analyze assessment data, notifying physicians of any changes in patient condition.
• Participating in developing, reviewing, and evaluating multidisciplinary treatment plans.
• Documenting all nursing care, following standards and policies, and implementing physician orders precisely.
• Monitoring patient and environmental safety, supervising LPNs and techs, and providing patient and family education.
• Applying evidence-based practices tailored to patient age and clinical needs, guided by professional nursing standards and ethics.
• Maintaining alertness, ensuring safety, and performing additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or equivalent.
• At least one year of RN experience.
• Valid RN license and BLS certification for the applicable state.
• Physical ability to perform frequent standing, walking, lifting, reaching, and other physical tasks.

Skills

• Proficiency in communication, observation, and documentation.
• Ability to work safely and collaboratively in a healthcare setting.