Registered Nurse; RN) Behavioral Health - Inpatient; Nights

A Registered Nurse (RN) takes care of patients and is responsible for their nursing needs. RNs guide and oversee both licensed and unlicensed staff members.

• Assess Patient Needs: RNs look at what each patient needs, make a care plan with a team of different health workers, and update the care plan as needed.
• Coordinate Care:
  They work with doctors to provide and manage care for patients and groups.
• Teach Families: RNs help teach patients and their families and manage the care environment. They also communicate with families about what they need for discharge and aftercare.
• Ensure Safety:
  They make sure the environment is safe for patients and staff, whether that’s in individual or group settings.
• Documentation: RNs document, report, and check all necessary information following certain rules and procedures.
• Monitor Safety Risks:
  They keep an eye out for anything that could put patients at risk and report these to the doctors.
• Create a Friendly Environment: RNs work to make a welcoming environment by following quality standards, being professional, and maintaining good relationships with coworkers and clients.
• Provide Care in Different Settings:
  They give care across various clinical settings to meet the diverse needs of different patients, ensuring that care is compassionate and centered around the patient.
• Lead the Team: RNs may lead and coordinate the work of other staff and help in their professional growth.
• Review Care Protocols:
  They regularly check patient care standards and help suggest improvements.
• Use Resources Wisely: RNs promote the careful use of resources.
• Train Staff:
  They may be responsible for training staff who provide direct care to patients.
• Medication Oversight: RNs might also oversee medication and health activities in certain programs.
• Scheduling and Authorizations:
  They could assist with scheduling staff and getting necessary approvals.
• Role Model Professionalism:
  They represent the organization’s values and present themselves professionally in appearance and behavior. They provide emotional, social, mental, and physical support to patients.
• Support Recovery:
  In community settings, RNs help promote a recovery-focused approach and ensure that care is centered around the patient.

You need at least 2 years of experience in behavioral health.

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Must have a valid Michigan nursing license that is active at the time of applying.