RN

Job Title: Registered Nurse ( Night Shift)

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse's to join our Behavioral Health team. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care in a psychiatric mental health setting, ensuring that all nursing practices comply with professional standards and hospital protocols. 

Qualifications:

Education:

  -  Requirement: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ASN) 

  - Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).

Experience:  

  - Preferred: At least 1-3 years of experience in psychiatric nursing

Certifications/Licenses:

  - Required: Current Florida RN License.

  - Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.

 - Required: CPI certification 

  - Preferred: Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing.

Professional Development:.

  - Maintain required licenses/certifications, including Florida RN License, BLS certification and CPI Certification.

  - Complete the Department of Children and Families (DCF) online Baker Act Training modules as indicated on instruction form given upon hire and submit certificates for each..

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Documentation:

  - Perform comprehensive assessments of patients on admission and throughout their stay.

  - Develop and implement patient-specific treatment plans.

  - Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.

  - Document all patient interactions, treatments, and responses in accordance with hospital policy.

Medication Administration:

  - Administer medications as prescribed, including PRN medications.

  - Monitor patients for side effects and effectiveness of medications.

  - Ensure accurate documentation of medication administration and patient reactions.

Patient Rights and Advocacy:

  - Treat all patients with dignity and respect, maintaining privacy and confidentiality.

  - Ensure patients understand their rights, informed consent, and treatment options.

  - Act as a patient advocate and provide non-judgmental, culturally sensitive care.

Teamwork:

  - Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to assess and plan patient care.

Emergency Response:

  - Respond appropriately to clinical emergencies, demonstrating strong decision-making under pressure.

  - Manage challenging patient behaviors, including de-escalation techniques and maintaining safety in the unit.