Registered Nurse RN

Overview

At Oceans Behavioral Hospital Waco, healing is our focus. We are passionate about helping adults and seniors manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness through a range of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric counseling and treatment options.

• We Offer Sponsor ships For Registered Nurses
• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days.
• 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Market Compensation
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

• The Registered Nurse assumes primary leadership accountability and responsibility for milieu management and directing patient care activities of other nursing staff.
• The Registered Nurse maintains standards of professional nursing practice in accordance with facility policy and procedures, external governing and credentialing bodies, performance improvement standards, and psychiatric nursing standards.
• The Registered Nurse assesses the patient utilizing the nursing process to formulate an individualized plan of care, implements interventions, and evaluates outcomes.
• The Registered Nurse interprets age/disability specific information in response to client population served.
• The Registered Nurse provides for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with policies and procedures and physicians orders.
• The Registered Nurse is responsible for thorough, accurate reporting and documentation of the patient’s symptoms, responses, and progress.
• The Registered Nurse assumes responsibility for professional development, continuing education and licensure maintenance.
• All duties are performed in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures, and Performance Improvement Standards.
• Float among various clinical services, where qualified and competent, and perform other duties and projects as assigned.

• Uses the nursing process: assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation to develop an individualized plan of care.
• Identifies risk levels, precautions and expected outcomes; conducts ongoing assessment from admission to discharge; initiates crisis intervention to stabilize patient conditions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of psychiatric disorders and applies appropriate nursing interventions to progress the patient toward wellness.
• Administers medications as prescribed safely and provides education on prescribed medications; recognizes signs of adverse drug reactions.
• Maintains professionalism, accountability, and responsibility for nursing care and knowledge base.
• Reviews and updates medical records; transcribes and implements physician orders; documents care and progress accurately and concisely.
• Ensures continuity of care by communicating needs and incomplete assignments to staff.
• Coordinates staff assignments and delegation; advocates for patient needs and safety.
• Utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice and meets facility and patient needs.

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
• Valid Compact licenses are acceptable where applicable.
• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing is required.
• One year of inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred.

• Ability to adapt to a high-stress environment and assess potential for patient escalation.
• Effective communication, both oral and written, with internal and external customers; highly organized and culturally sensitive to diverse populations.
• Critical thinking abilities and commitment to continuous improvement of patient care.
• Demonstrates self-confidence and the ability to lead and direct others.
• Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans-approved behavioral health de-escalation program.

Subject to interruptions. 12-hour rotating shifts. Can be high-paced and stressful; must cope mentally and physically in the atmosphere. May involve disagreeable odors, sights, and/or unpredictable patient behavior. Typically spend 90% or more of time inside a building that provides protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.