Job Description :
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provides clinically appropriate psychiatric nursing care, which include both medical and psychiatric situations requiring immediate intervention.
Conducts throughout assessments to determine level of psychomotor agitation and suicidality. Administers medications ensuring accurate prescribed dosage and timely delivery, educating clients in management of side effects.
Also monitors and documents regarding side effects. Completes and maintains accurate documentation, according to prescribed standards.
Conducts regular record reviews and makes suggestions for current and future nursing care treatment and treatment planning that supports the multiple disciplinary plan.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and treatment planning sessions. Communicates with members of the treatment team to meet patient centered goals.
Ensures adequate laboratory supplies, medical equipment, and medications are available to meet service demands and replenishes stock on a timely basis.
Maintains required training competencies and licensure certifications Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Unencumbered Kentucky Registered Nursing license.
- Demonstrated competence in a range of nursing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong leadership qualities.
- Ability to handle patient assignments with varying levels of client disability and need.
- Ability to manage time and set priorities.
EXPERIENCE
Psychiatric, Addiction or related nursing experience preferred but not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Be exposed to hazardous working conditions
- Be exposed to any hazards such as persons with infectious diseases
- Must be able to work overtime / double shifts in accordance with facility needs
- Must be able to be present and on time with scheduled to work
Time Type : Full time
Full time
We continually help our community and employees flourish... one life at a time. As a Seven Counties Services employee there are many benefits to enjoy.
Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Seven Counties Services.
- Health & Wellness Medical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountShort Term DisabilityLong Term Disability - Company Paid
- Financial Wellbeing Competitive Compensation PackagesLife Insurance - Company PaidAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded MatchingRetirement and Financial Planning Services
- Career Development and Growth Tuition Assistance Plans Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs ( National Health Service Corp s & Public Service Loan Forgiveness ) Student Loan Repayment Assistance Clinical Supervision toward licensure and reimbursement for certain license applications At Seven Counties Services training is one of our highest priorities.
We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with usLeadership Academy for our rising stars, supervisors, and leadersSeven Counties Services and Center for Clinical Excellence provide staff with industry best practices and processes
- Work Life Balance Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. ( 10 Paid Holidays ) Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life BalanceEmployee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and / or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being