RN, Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health Nurse

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.