One year of nursing experience; psychiatric experience preferred.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training provided).
First aid certification may be required.
Responsibilities
Assess patients' physical and behavioral health needs and coordinate their care.
Develop and implement tailored nursing care plans.
Maintain accurate medical records and educate patients and families on health conditions.
Administer nursing care following state regulations and facility protocols.
Monitor and document ongoing patient status and report significant changes to physicians.
Ensure initial nursing treatment plans are completed and specific to patient needs.
Foster therapeutic rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
Benefits
$15,000 sign-on bonus for full-time positions.
Opportunities for CPR and de-escalation training upon hire.
Comprehensive care environment serving diverse populations.
Supportive workplace culture emphasizing professional growth.
Full Job Description
Overview
Work Schedule: FULL TIME Evenings and Nights! 8 hour shifts!
****$15k Sign on Bonus for FT****
Populations: Child/Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric
Rates between $39.00 - $51.00 (depending on experience and education)
Southcoast is a premier mental health treatment center serving Dartmouth, Massachusetts and we are seeking passionate Registered Nurses to work at our facility in Dartmouth, MA.
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.
