Nurse - Hospital RN​/LPN

Job Details

Location:

Owensboro, KY 42301
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: Associate's degree
Salary Range: $28.50 - $45.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage :
None
Shift: Day

The RN is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate care to children and adolescents receiving mental health services. This role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety, well-being, and effective treatment of our young patients.

• Day or night shift openings.
• Works rotating shifts.
• Patient Care:
  Deliver direct nursing care to children and adolescents, including conducting thorough assessments, monitoring vital signs, and evaluating patient progress.
• Treatment Planning:
  Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
• Medication Administration:
  Safely administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and educate patients and their families on medication management.
• Crisis Intervention:
  Respond promptly to any medical or psychiatric emergencies, providing appropriate interventions and support to stabilize patients.
• Patient
  
  Education:
  
  Provide education to patients and families about condition, treatment plan, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and well-being.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate and timely medical records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes, in compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards.
• Safety & Compliance:
  Adhere to all safety protocols and ensure care environment is safe and conducive to healing; stay up-to-date with best practices, including infection control and patient safety standards.
• Professional Development:
  Participate in ongoing education and training opportunities to stay current with advances in pediatric mental health nursing.

• Education:
  
  Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution. BSN preferred.
• Licensure:
  Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OR Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Kentucky.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in pediatric or adolescent mental health nursing is strongly preferred; experience in a hospital or inpatient setting is a plus.
• Certifications:
  
  BLS (Basic Life Support) certification training provided; PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification preferred.
• Skills:
  
  Strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, compassionate approach to patient care, and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.