MASONICARE is hiring : RN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT) in WALLINGFORD CENTER

RN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT)

Masonicare Health Center - Behavioral Health Hospital – Wallingford, CT

Evening Shift / 32hrs / wk / EOW

• This role will work on a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital Unit

The Behavioral Health Nurse provides professional nursing care to emotionally disturbed and / or mentally ill patients for Behavioral Health.

Practices Evidence-Based nursing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

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Assumes the professional responsibility and accountability for a group of residents / patients including :

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Medication / Treatment Administration

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Teaching

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Supervision of all nursing staff to assure implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.

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Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history.

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Plans and provides nursing care for patients.

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Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents / patients, families, colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure that treatment is appropriate to meet the age, needs and abilities of resident / patient and unit needs.

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Arranges further medical attention when necessary.

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Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment.

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Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients.

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Tests for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain.

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Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician’s written orders.

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Supervises the care provided by CNAs & LPNs assuring adherence to the plan of care, resident profile, policies and procedures.

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Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge.        Attends all annual mandatory programs.

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Participates in quality improvement activities as directed.

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Minimum Qualifications :

Education :                    Graduate of accredited school of nursing.  BSN Preferred.

Experience :                 Minimum one year clinical experience, preferably in an acute and / or Behavioral Health capacity.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

Current RN license in the State of Connecticut, in good standing

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