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RN- Psych Registered Nurse
Location:
Vernon, TX
Description:
Salary: $45/hr - $50/hr DOE Weekly Pay with benefit options available Shifts Available: 2nd shift (2:00 pm - 10:00 pm) 3rd shift (10:00 pm - 6:00 am) w/alternating weekends *6-Month Minimum Contract Assignment with option to extend ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs comprehensive assessment of patients' nursing care needs including physical, behavioral, psychiatric, and social needs. Observes and analyzes patient behavior and status and documents in the medical record and reports as needed to other team members, including the attending physician. May contribute to the development of the individualized treatment plan in collaboration with other treatment team members and based on data obtained from the assessment. Utilizes one-to-one assessment and communication skills in therapeutic interactions with patients to assist them in identifying anxiety and developing coping strategies. Initiates and implements population-specific nursing interventions based on appropriate standards of care for the assigned patient population. Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and maintains medication administration (MAR) and controlled substance drug records according to facility policy. Establishes and monitors the therapeutic milieu. Initiates and monitors the appropriate use of restraint or seclusion to ensure the safety of the patient and staff members. Requirements LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas (or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact) Preferably 2+ years as a direct care nurse Charge nurse or supervisory experience is preferred Current AHA CPR/BLS certification Valid Identification KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Comprehensive knowledge of nursing procedures and practices and of the Texas Nursing Practice Act, Rules and Regulations of the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas. Ability to perform a comprehensive nursing assessment inclusive of the patient’s mental health, medical, social, and psychological needs. Ability to identify nursing interventions appropriate to the population served. Ability to manage and take a leadership role in managing emergencies. Ability to communicate effectively with other staff members to provide effective clinical supervision or to relay concerns about the patient to other team members. Ability to teach others the principles of psychiatric nursing and maintenance of the therapeutic milieu. Experience with direct patient care in a psychiatric setting. Powered by JazzHR
Company:
Suitemate Staffing Solutions
Posted:
April 23 on The Resumator
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