RN - Psych
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health Nurse, RN Nurse
Profession: RN (Registered Nurse)
Specialty: Behavioral Health
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum of 2 years
License: RN Licensure required
Certifications: BLS Certification required
Must-Have: Compassionate care, commitment to safety and professionalism
Description:
Responsible for implementing and supervising nursing services in the medical detoxification and residential programs.
Implements nursing care in accordance with program procedures.
Duties specific to the Registered Nurse include administering medications, treatments, and tests as permitted by law.
Implements verbal provider orders and documents in writing appropriately within patient records.
Communicates with healthcare professionals, including physicians and pharmacists.
Oversees all aspects of the detox patient admission process, including pre-screening for admissibility, TB screening, and gathering health history.
Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, including transcribing and administering medications per established procedures.
Records patient observations and activities accurately and in a timely manner in patient records according to nursing standards and policies.
Actively and compassionately engages with patients to encourage participation in treatment following detoxification.
Maintains a safe and sanitary environment by applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
Implements safety and emergency procedures during drills and other emergencies with assistance to patients in residential programs.
Provides patient education on healthcare as assigned or appropriate.
Follows all policies and procedures related to patient information protection.
Attends scheduled staff meetings and training on chemical dependency as required.
Maintains current knowledge of applicable clinical procedures and nursing care based on related guidelines.
Demonstrates dedication to organizational values, focusing on safety, integrity, compassion, service excellence, respect, and stewardship.
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