RN

RN

Join a winning team!

Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

Position Summary :

The Staff RN on the Geriatric Inpatient Psychiatric Unit provides compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to older adults experiencing acute psychiatric conditions. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to promote safety, stabilization, and recovery in a structured therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor for therapeutic and adverse effects.
• Provide direct patient care including assistance with ADLs, behavioral interventions, and crisis management.
• Monitor and document changes in mental and physical health status.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and Joint Commission standards.
• Participate in unit safety rounds, de-escalation techniques, and emergency response protocols.
• Advocate for patient dignity, autonomy, and rights in all aspects of care.
Qualifications :
• Required :
• Current RN license in [State]
• BLS certification
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment
• Preferred :
• Experience in psychiatric or geriatric nursing
• CPI or other crisis intervention certification
• BSN or higher degree in nursing

Physical and Mental Demands :

Work Environment :

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