Job Description
Responsibilities
Psych Registered Nurse (PRN) - Adult Unit
The Brook KMI is a -bed hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient, extended care, residential, partial hospitalization and outpatient services for adolescents, adults and seniors.
Our specialized treatment services are provided by a multidisciplinary team of highly trained psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, addiction counselors, nurses, pastoral counselors and activity therapists.
The Brook Hospitals prides itself upon the fact that our patients are referred directly to us by local professionals and organizations : physicians, psychologists, social workers, employee assistance professionals, community mental health centers, hospitals, schools, courts, social service agencies and managed care organizations.
These direct referrals and our high patient and family satisfaction rates are a reflection of our effectiveness in treating mental illness and addictions.
The Psych Registered Nurse will be responsible for the implementation of the nursing process in all aspects of patient care for all patient populations including geropsych, chemically dependent adults, adult psych, adolescents and children.
Assures a comprehensive approach to patient care by applying appropriate theories to psychiatric nursing practice for all patients.
Job Duties / Responsibilities :
- Provide assessment of patients’ psychiatric and medical status.
- Administer medication and medical treatment as prescribed by physician.
- Assess, direct and intervene in crisis situations.
- Initiate and document special treatment procedures.
- Provide and direct milieu management.
- Document nursing care, treatment and patient’s response to treatment.
- Provide health education to patients.
Benefits Highlights
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries!
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Qualifications
Qualifications
EDUCATION :
Required : Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Preferred : BSN
Licensure / Certifications :
Licensed RN to practice in Kentucky
Current CPR
EXPERIENCE :
Required : Nursing experience providing direct patient care.
Preferred : One year inpatient behavioral health work experience and one year medical / surgical nursing experience.