Registered Nurse - Outpatient Services

Overview

Our ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering quality psychiatric and general nursing care to patients who seek outpatient services for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders, support the hospital and program philosophy of care, and ensure the safety and well‑being of each patient.

• Provide direct care to patients, which includes facilitating social and emotional needs, supervising medication schedules and evaluating patient progress.
• Collaborate with a variety of interdisciplinary professionals to determine and provide the best possible care for patients.
• Maintain a safe environment within the outpatient department.
• Offer social support for patients by creating and encouraging participation in support groups, social activities and other therapeutic measures.
• Conduct intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history.
• Plan and provide nursing care for patients.
• Make nursing diagnoses of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommend treatment options.
• Consult with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients.
• Administer medications and note reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
• Arrange further medical attention when necessary.
• Assist clients in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment.
• Keep accurate written charts and records of patient activities and progress; comply with laws, rules, regulations, protocols, and procedures.
• Use professional judgment to ascertain and apply appropriate intervention techniques with patients in crisis.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.
• Test vital signs and provide pain treatment as needed.
• Document all patient information on medical charts and follow physician's written orders.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical record keeping.
• Perform administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system.

ADN/BSN or equivalent. Must possess current RN licensure in the State of Texas by the Nursing Board. Must possess or obtain a valid CPR certification and Therapeutic Options training within 30 days of hire.

None required. Prior psychiatric healthcare experience helpful.

• Concentrate on work amidst distractions such as noise, conversations, and foot traffic; consistently meet deadlines; complete tasks tied to patient care.
• Maintain self‑control in volatile or hostile customer service interactions.
• High‑school level reading and writing skills; acceptable oral and written communication skills along with legible handwriting.
• Customer service skills in face‑to‑face interactions with patients, the public, and other staff; demonstrate appropriate social skills, empathy, and respect.
• Work independently in a restricted physical environment for extended periods.
• Interpret reference materials to comply with law, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Apply time‑management practices to prioritize, schedule, and complete work effectively to comply with mandated policies and deadlines.
• Work on multiple tasks or parts of tasks simultaneously to ensure timely completion of work activities.

Full‑time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, company‑paid disability, 401(k) and a generous amount of paid time off.

Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.