RN - Registered Nurse

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RN-Registered Nurse-Inpatient-Mental Health

Goldsboro, NC

Attention Registered Nurses! Are you ready to take your career to the next level and make a real difference in the lives of those in need?

Look no further than The Columbus Organization, where we are dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Join us today and discover the fulfilling career you've been searching for!

Interviews are now being scheduled for full-time Registered Nurses in Goldsboro, NC. The positions will serve an inpatient mental health facility in Goldsboro, NC.

Enjoy competitive hourly paycomplimented by a full, comprehensive benefits plan. Reimbursement for licensure / certification.

Hourly Rate : Highly Competitive Hourly Pay Rate

Shift : 7a-3p, 3p-11p, or 11p-7a every other weekend required

City : Goldsboro, NC

Full-Time

Facility Physical Environment : Inpatient Mental Health-Goldsboro, NC

Essential Duties :

Assessment and Evaluation : Conduct thorough assessments of patients upon admission and throughout their stay, including physical health, mental status, and risk factors.

Use standardized tools and clinical judgment to evaluate patients' psychiatric conditions.

Medication Management : Administer psychiatric medications as prescribed by physicians and monitor patients for side effects, effectiveness, and adherence to treatment plans.

Educate patients and their families about medications and potential effects.

• Therapeutic Interventions : Implement therapeutic interventions, such as individual counseling, group therapy, and crisis intervention techniques, to help patients manage symptoms, develop coping skills, and achieve treatment goals.
• Care Planning and Coordination : Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to develop individualized care plans for patients.

Coordinate care across different departments and services to ensure continuity and quality of care.

Patient Education : Provide psychoeducation to patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and community resources.

Empower patients to participate in their own care and make informed decisions about their treatment.

• Safety Management : Monitor patients for signs of self-harm, aggression, or other safety concerns. Implement and enforce safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for patients and staff members.
• Documentation and Reporting : Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, including assessments, care plans, progress notes, and incident reports.

Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements for documentation and reporting of psychiatric care.

Crisis Intervention : Respond promptly and effectively to psychiatric emergencies, such as suicidal ideation, aggressive behavior, or medication reactions.

Follow established protocols for crisis management and de-escalation techniques.

Benefits : We welcome you to join a cohesive and collegial team of health professionals while enjoying a highly competitive hourly pay rate along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes : medical insurance, vision plan, prescription card, dental insurance, lifeinsurance, short / long term disability, 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, liability insurance, and reimbursement for licensure / certification.

Qualifications :

• Degree in Nursing from an Accredited University
• NC nursing license active, current and in good standing
30+ days ago