Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health

Must-Haves

1) Ga RN license or multi state compact RN license

2) BLS-American Heart Association

3) Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree

4) 1.5 years of bedside experience

Job Description :

Minimum Education

Associates degree in Nursing X Required

Bachelors degree in Nursing X Preferred

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)-Required

ACLS preferred within 6 months of hire

Licenses:

Valid licensure in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse (RN) or multi-state/compact RN license

Minimum Work Experience

Six (6) months of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a direct patient care setting unless entering into the nurse Residency Program

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Identifies existing and potential problems, and seeks or implements appropriate solutions.

Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer

medication. Documents patient care given.

Provide nursing care through planning, organizing, and facilitating the nursing function for assigned patients.

Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.

Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,800.00 - $84,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Medical-Surgical

Physical setting:

• ER
• ICU

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Bedside Nursing: 3 years (Required)
• (RN) in a direct patient care setting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, GA 31904 (Required)

Work Location: In person