Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

About the job Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

We know that our nurses deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.

Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and / or Nursing Unit Director, perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit or department. Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy. Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

X associate's degree in nursing - Required

X bachelor's degree in nursing - Preferred

Required 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.

Certifications :

X Basic Life Support (BLS)

X Handle with Care Certification or CPI within 90 days of hire preferred

X ACLS-preferred

Licenses :

Valid licensure in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse (RN) or multi state / compact RN license

Minimum Work Experience

1.5 years of psychiatric / behavioral health, bedside experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Experience in a behavioral health facility is preferred.