Registered Nurse (Inpatient), Full Time

Up to a $10,000 retention bonus available!

The registered nurse (RN, RN II, RN III) performs professional nursing activities in the care of patients so they may achieve or regain, and then maintain, maximum physical, emotional or social functions.

Role functions are governed by the Nurse Practice Act, the Administrative Code (in the state of employment), as well as the professional standards for nursing practice, and the corresponding policies and procedures of Rogers Memorial Hospital (Rogers).

The registered nurse seeks consultation with other members of the health team as the patient's condition and treatment goals warrant.

He / She, in conjunction with the Patient Accounts department, provides patient information to ensure compliance with federal and state statutes.

Job Duties & Responsibilities : ?

The Registered Nurses will be working on a 50 bed Mental Health Recovery Adult unit.

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Schedule : 32 - 36 hours per week

Shifts Available : PM Shift (3 : 00pm-11 : 30pm) & NOC Shift (11 : 00pm-7 : 30am)

Job Duties :

• Implement patient care.
• Assess patients both physically and mentally.
• Collaborate with Psychiatrist, Therapist, Dietitians, and other members of our clinical team to develop appropriate plans of care.
• Communicate with patients and their families.
• Administer medication.

Additional Job Description :

Education / Training Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred. Registered nurse licensed by State Board of Nursing in the state of employment.

License must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing in the state of employment.

American Health Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or is required within thirty (30) days of date-of-hire.

Bi-annual re-certification is required.

• Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of date-of-hire. Annual re-certification is required.
• Previous psychiatric experience with children, adolescents and adults is preferred.
• At the Hospital's discretion, may be required to hold a qualified medical professional (QMP) designation. Must be deemed competent to serve as a QMP, as outlined in the Medical Staff bylaws of Rogers Memorial Hospital.

This designation is evaluated and potentially renewed at least annually, based on results of the QMP job competency.

Employees at the Child / Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS 40 are required to have either training in psychiatric nursing, including training in work with children with mental health disorders, or one (1) year of experience working in a clinical setting with these children.

The System also includes Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation, which supports patient care, programs, and research; and Rogers InHealth, an initiative that works to eliminate the stigma of mental health challenges.

EOE / MFDV

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action - Rogers Behavioral Health (rogersbh.org)