Behavioral Health RN – Mentorship

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse (RN)

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is currently hiring registered nurses to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Who We Are

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Healthis a 156-bed private behavioral health system located on 13 acres in the Greenville, South Carolina Area. Specializing in psychiatric programs and substance abuse treatments such as detox and rehab, The Carolina Center serves Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, and areas throughout South Carolina and western North Carolina. Programs are available at various levels of care to accommodate the severity of every patient’s condition: inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient treatment.

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Who You Are

It’s the opportunity to make a difference that drives you. It's taking the time to really listen to a patient so you can do your best to help. It's the camaraderie among professionals who push you further than you ever thought you could go. You are as equally diligent and attentive during quiet times as you are in a crisis situation.

You are a highly empathetic individual with a high level of emotional and social intelligence. Your satisfaction comes from a patient’s noticeable progress or a sincere word of thanks from your patient's family. It's these experiences that solidify your dedication to helping others.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES:
To provide primary care coordination for patients and implement a collaborative care plan as prescribed by the physician and treatment team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Administers patient medications prescribed by physician.

· Completes nursing assessment, updates treatment care plans, and participate in treatment planning

· Helps maintain the therapeutic milieu on the unit, including, but not limited to, facilitation of community meetings.

· Maintains patient, program, department and related documentation.

· Effectively manages psychiatric crisis emergency situations.

Benefit Highlights:

Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off

If you would like to learn more about the Registered Nurse (RN) position before applying, please contact Human Resources at .

New grads encouraged to apply- excellent mentorship program and orientation available!

Requirements:

Education: ADN or BSN in nursing from an accredited School of Nursing required.

South Carolina registered nurse license with current registration required. Multi-state license with South Carolina included in the compact is also acceptable.

Experience:
Zero- one (0-1) year of experience required. Two (2) years of related experience preferred. Experience with psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Additional Requirements: Successful completion Management Aggressive Behavior Training (HWC) before on the unit orientation and prior to assisting with restraining procedures. Successful certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association for CPR prior to taking an independent patient assignment.

Work Hours: Day shift: 7:00am-7:30pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Saturday, Sunday, Monday

Machines, Tools, & Equipment

Telephone, Shower/Bath, Audio-visual equipment, EKG machine, Thermometer, Refrigerator, Radio, Blood Pressure Cuff, Vitals machine, Housekeeping and supplies, Copy Machine, Physical Restraints, First Aid items, and Shredder

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