Registered Nurse Adult Psych Fulltime Nights

Baptist Health Shelby Hospital

Administers patient care in an inpatient or observation setting, providing active treatment for injuries, illnesses, or medical conditions, including post-intervention assessments.

Baptist Health Shelby Hospital’s Adult Psychiatric Unit is a 20-bed, secure inpatient unit dedicated to adults experiencing acute psychiatric crises. Patients receive comprehensive care for mental health conditions per DSM-5, with evaluations by psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners. The multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, case managers, and recreational therapists, ensuring holistic treatment.

Key services include:

• Psychiatric and mental health evaluations
• Medication education and stabilization
• Nutritional meal guidance
• Group therapy
• Individualized discharge planning

A medical hospitalist is available as needed. The unit prioritizes patient safety, confidentiality, and supportive care to promote recovery.

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Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital offers competitive pay and benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (child, elder, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet and Car Insurance
• Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement

Benefits start day one

Essential Functions

• Assess patient needs and develop/revise individualized care plans, evaluating progress toward outcomes.
• Respect diversity and build respectful relationships with team members and patients.
• Advocate for patients and families.
• Provide age-appropriate care, serving as preceptor, charge nurse, educator, or clinician.
• Collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams for effective planning.
• Serve as a role model, supporting hospital and nursing goals.
• Assess data reflecting patient status, considering growth and development stages.
• Coordinate care and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Document care accurately, including assessments, education, medication administration, and safety measures.
• Demonstrate competency in nursing skills and equipment use.
• Prioritize patient care based on Evidence-Based Practice Standards.
• Identify and resolve problems effectively.
• Delegate tasks considering patient needs and team capabilities.
• Communicate patient conditions and unit concerns clearly.
• Provide compassionate, therapeutic care environment.
• Be aware of legal issues and patient rights.
• Support new staff and students through collaboration with education and leadership teams.
• Maintain regular attendance and compliance with policies and standards.

Other Related Functions

• Contribute to team knowledge, skill improvement, and quality outcomes.
• Participate or lead committees on nursing practice and performance improvement.
• Engage in peer review, mentoring, and coaching.
• Use supplies efficiently and keep work areas safe and organized.
• Attend staff development and meetings.
• Identify professional development needs with leadership.
• Take responsibility for ongoing education and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hospital Care at Home Program

Patient Care Hub:
Administers patient care virtually, assessing needs via Tele Health, developing care plans, and evaluating outcomes. Capable of virtual visits and escalating patient decompensation.

In-home Nursing:
Provides direct patient care in home settings, assessing needs, collaborating with teams, and traveling within assigned regions. Uses virtual technology for communication and care delivery, and transports items as needed.

Education/Training:
Graduate of an approved nursing program. Meets all competency requirements.

Licensure/Certification:
Current Alabama RN license or valid eNLC multistate license. BLS certification; ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC required for specific areas. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required for in-home nursing.

Experience:
Minimum 1-year nursing experience unless approved by leadership. For Hospital Care at Home, 2 years of acute care nursing experience required.