Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility to practice in the state.
One year of nursing experience; psychiatric or behavioral nursing experience preferred.
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training provided).
First aid certification may be required based on state or facility guidelines.
Responsibilities
Assess patients' physical and behavioral health needs and coordinate care.
Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans.
Maintain accurate medical records and educate patients and families on health conditions.
Administer nursing care within the scope of state regulations and facility policies.
Document ongoing patient status and significant changes to physicians.
Ensure initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission.
Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
Benefits
$10K sign-on bonus for full-time evenings, $5K for nights and days.
Referral bonus and tuition reimbursement available.
Flexible scheduling options for work-life balance.
Comprehensive training program with career advancement opportunities.
Apprentice program for skill development.
Full Job Description
Overview
***Sign on Bonus***
$10K for FT Evenings.
$5k for FT Nights.
$5k for FT Days!
Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career at the premier mental health treatment center in New Castle, Delaware?
If so, MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital is the fit you are looking for. A career in behavioral healthcare can be a personally and professionally rewarding experience. At MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital, you will grow your skills and learn from leaders who take a hands-off approach to management. Through comprehensive training and personalized support, you will gain the foundation you need to reach your career goals.
MeadowWood Behavioral Health, a 120 bed treatment center providing services to adults and adolescents on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, is located on Rt. 13 in New Castle, Delaware.
*New Grads welcome to apply*
RN base pay: $39.53-$43.66/hr, based on experience
Shift differential: $2.75-$7.00/hour, depending on shift
Referral Bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Scheduling
Excellent training program and career advancement opportunities
Apprentice Program
Available Shifts and Hours:
We have FT, PT and PRN positions available:
Days 7-3, Evenings 3-11 and Nights 11-7
8 hour shifts, PT is 24 hours per week (3 shifts per week) - set schedules. FT is 40 hours per week
Responsibilities
REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs.
Develop and implement nursing care plans.
Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
Ensure physicians' orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
Ensure patients' status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
