Full Job Description
The Registered Nurse II utilizes psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing skills as a direct client care provider and is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Function as a clinical leader on the unit and delegates effectively to unit staff (RN's, LPN's, Mental Health Workers). The RN II is a role model for other staff members and is a leader in teaching other staff, in program development, in guiding group decision making, in developing and implementing treatment plans and improving the quality of care. The Registered Nurse II utilizes psychiatric/chemical dependency nursing skills as a direct client care provider and is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications:
3 Psychiatric or behavioral health experience preferred.
3 ANCC Certification in Psychiatric Nursing, BSN or ASN, bachelors preferred
3 Current Connecticut RN License
3 Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
3 Effective leadership and delegation skills.
3 Experience with leading behavioral interventions or managing violent behaviors.
Natchaug Hospital offers:
3 Small free-standing Psychiatric Hospital with unique, tight knit units that work collaboratively to provide care to Eastern Connecticut.
3 Leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance use addictions.
3 Offers a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services.
3 Two units: Pediatric/Adolescents (26 beds) and Adults (33 beds)
3 Three shifts available - first, second, third. They are 8 hour shifts.
3 Set schedules: 8 hour to 32 hour positions/week as well as per diem.
What our nurses love about Natchaug Hospital:
3 Sign on Bonus up to $1,500 in accordance with program guidelines
3 Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
3 Paid time off and health insurance packages
3 401(k) plan with generous employer match up to 7%
3 Free parking on-site
3 Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance travel and more!
