Behavioral Health RN

Company: ScionHealth
Location: Palestine
Posted on: April 15, 2025

Job Description:

Behavioral Health RN at ScionHealth summary:
As a Behavioral Health RN, I provide direct patient care utilizing the nursing process to address the physical and emotional needs of patients. My responsibilities include administering medications, documenting patient care, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective care coordination and patient education. I advocate for patient well-being while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Description

Job Summary

• Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice Essential Functions
  • Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment
  • Documents patient care given
  • Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family
  • Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation
  • Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs
  • Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances
  • Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient
  • Maintains a safe environment for patients and staff through continuous monitoring and intervention Organizational Expectations
    • Self and Staff Development
    • Completes general and organizational unit specific annual requirements and certifications
    • Attends 75% of staff meetings
    • Consistently projects a positive professional image through appearance and behavior Nonessential Functions
      • Has a willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department on as-needed basis or as determined by management
      • Demonstrates the philosophy of team concept
      • Participates in group projects and staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity Leadership Capabilities
        • Follows established hospital and unit specific policies
        • Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise Qualifications
          
          License/Certifications:
          • Licenses: RN
          • X Basic Life Support (BLS) - within 30 days of hire
          • Handle with Care required within 30 days of hire
          • Certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training within 30 days of hire- required (Handle with Care) Work Experience:
            • Minimum of 1 year of patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred
            • Minimum of 1 year of previous experience in behavioral health unit preferred Skills:
              • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
              • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
                
                Keywords:
                Behavioral Health, Registered Nurse, Patient Care, Mental Health, Medication Administration, Nursing Process, Care Coordination, Patient Advocacy, Healthcare, BLS Certification
                

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