RN

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse's to join our Behavioral Health team. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care in a psychiatric mental health setting, ensuring that all nursing practices comply with professional standards and hospital protocols.
Qualifications:
Education:
• Requirement: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN)
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

Experience:
• Preferred: At least 1-3 years of experience in psychiatric nursing

Certifications/Licenses:
• Required: Current Florida RN License.
• Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
• Required: CPI certification
• Preferred: Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

Professional Development: .
• Maintain required licenses/certifications, including Florida RN License, BLS certification and CPI Certification.
• Complete the Department of Children and Families (DCF) online Baker Act Training modules as indicated on instruction form given upon hire and submit certificates for each..

Key Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment and Documentation:
• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients on admission and throughout their stay.
• Develop and implement patient-specific treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Document all patient interactions, treatments, and responses in accordance with hospital policy.

Medication Administration:
• Administer medications as prescribed, including PRN medications.
• Monitor patients for side effects and effectiveness of medications.
• Ensure accurate documentation of medication administration and patient reactions.

Patient Rights and Advocacy:
• Treat all patients with dignity and respect, maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Ensure patients understand their rights, informed consent, and treatment options.
• Act as a patient advocate and provide non-judgmental, culturally sensitive care.

Teamwork:
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to assess and plan patient care.

Emergency Response:
• Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies, demonstrating strong decision-making under pressure.
• Manage challenging patient behaviors, including de-escalation techniques and maintaining safety in the unit.