Geriatric Behavioral Health

Registered Nurse Geropsyche

GPU is our 29-bed Geropsychiatric Unit specializing in the care of patients ages 65+ with co-occurring cognitive impairment and psychiatric illness.

The Registered Nurse on Geropsyche delivers care for patients with acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. This includes de-escalation and crisis management under the supervision of providers. Also, creates a therapeutic and caring environment for patient and families.

Embraces and promotes change to support optimal patient outcomes and an effective professional practice environment. Involves patient/family in goal setting and planning, and communicates that plan of care to patient and family for input; and to colleagues to ensure seamless care across shifts and settings. Utilizes current evidence and relevant national/specialty standards to guide practice and/or performance and identifies areas for improvement.

Demonstrates competent clinical practice utilizing clinical decision making and critical thinking skills.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ASN or BSN BSN preferred) Current New Hampshire, compact, or multistate licensure as Registered Nurse required Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment ACLS preferred Aggression de-escalation training approved by EHS

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following start date Accrued Earned Time 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus Eligible Miscellaneous Benefits Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts