What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (psychiatric) - Casual position at Norwood Health Center?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Wage PM/NOC Differentials (\$2.00/hr) Weekend
differential (\$3.00/hr) WHO WE ARE: Wood County Norwood Health Center
has a great passion for helping the members of our community. As an
employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and
differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous
learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest
communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality
services is a shared goal across all departments. If you have a
background in mental health and a passion to help the members of our
community, please consider joining our team! WHAT WE OFFER: In addition
to who we are, Wood County team members are offered competitive
Salaries, Flexible Schedules, And Excellent Benefits, Including
\*Health Insurance - we offer low premiums and low deductibles, with
excellent coverage! \*Dental Insurance \*Vision Insurance \*Wisconsin
Retirement System (WRS) - This is one of the best-funded public pension
plans in the U.S.! \*457 deferred compensation plan \*Vacation and Sick
Time - Start accruing for both on your first day! \*10 Paid Holidays
\*Flexible Spending Account to set aside pre-tax dollars for childcare
and medical expenses \*Life Insurance \*Short and Long-Term Disability
\*Wellness Incentive Plan \*Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program GENERAL FUNCTION The purpose of this position is to evaluate and
treat individuals in crisis and individuals with severe mental illness.
Other duties include obtaining and implementing physician work orders
and notifying appropriate parties of changes of condition. The work is
performed under the supervision of the Head Nurse and Director of
Nursing. SUPERVISES This position supervises psychiatric technicians.
RESPONSIBILITIES A. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Works With Physicians,
psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers as part of the treatment
team. 2. Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning,
implementing and evaluating both psychiatric and medical illnesses,
including substance abuse. 3. Evaluates patients for response to
treatments and medications. Monitors patient vital signs, observes
patient for changes in behavioral or medical conditions and responds
appropriately, responds promptly and effectively in a therapeutic
manner, obtains and implements physicians orders and completes all
assigned work in a timely manner. 4. Responds to resident/patient
emergencies including psychiatric emergencies, critical illness, fire
alarms, etc. Evaluates situations and takes appropriate action. 5.
Prepares and implements patient/resident care plans and maintains
complete and accurate patient/resident charts for treatments,
medications, etc. 6. Administers oral medications, intramuscular and
intravenous injections, range of motion exercises, catheterizations,
enemas, other treatments and charts according to policies and
procedures. 7. Provides consultation and referral information to other
counties and facilities, psychologists, psychiatrists, law enforcement,
community treatment teams, crisis intervention teams, hospital medical
staff and prospective patients and families for potential admission of
person to Norwood Health Center. Screens prospective admissions. Ensures
admissions comply with procedure and required forms are complete. 8.
Supervises work performance of subordinate nursing staff for proper
technique, quality of care issues and use of equipment, materials and
supplies. Reviews subordinates\' chart recordings for accuracy. Prepares
written evaluations. Conducts staff in-service and new staff
orientations. Occasionally needs to participate in disciplinary process
of subordinate staff. 9. Converses with patients to assure they are
comfortable. Explains recovery progress, therapies, treatments,
medications and changes in medication. Answers resident\'s request for
assistance. 10. Communicates and in eracts professionally, effectively
and tactfully with the residents, visitors, families, peers, referral
sources, community staff, crisis and supervisors. 11. Answers questions
and complaints from family members. Notifies families regarding patient
needs for personal items such as clothing, glasses, etc. 12.
Participates in facility committees regarding nursing care as assigned.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services. Attends and
participates in continuing educational seminars, conferences, workshops,
etc. 13. Orders medications, supplies and materials. B. OTHER JOB
DUTIES 1. Assists residents in eating, toileting, ambulating,
repositioning and other daily living tasks. Arranges transportation as
needed. Tidies patient rooms. 2. Assists in subduing and/or restraining
agitated and/or violent patients, as needed. 3. Distributes meals and
snacks. 4. Keeps work environment clean and organized and answers
telephone. 5. Staffs the unit, maintaining safety and fiscal
responsibility. 6. Acts as administrative charge for entire facility in
the absence of Director of Nursing, Administrator or Client Services
Manager. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Associate
degree in Nursing, one to two years nursing experience preferably
working with chronically mentally ill or developmentally disabled
persons, or any combination of education and experience that provides
equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: careers.woodcountywi.gov
differential (\$3.00/hr) WHO WE ARE: Wood County Norwood Health Center
has a great passion for helping the members of our community. As an
employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and
differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous
learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest
communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality
services is a shared goal across all departments. If you have a
background in mental health and a passion to help the members of our
community, please consider joining our team! WHAT WE OFFER: In addition
to who we are, Wood County team members are offered competitive
Salaries, Flexible Schedules, And Excellent Benefits, Including
\*Health Insurance - we offer low premiums and low deductibles, with
excellent coverage! \*Dental Insurance \*Vision Insurance \*Wisconsin
Retirement System (WRS) - This is one of the best-funded public pension
plans in the U.S.! \*457 deferred compensation plan \*Vacation and Sick
Time - Start accruing for both on your first day! \*10 Paid Holidays
\*Flexible Spending Account to set aside pre-tax dollars for childcare
and medical expenses \*Life Insurance \*Short and Long-Term Disability
\*Wellness Incentive Plan \*Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
program GENERAL FUNCTION The purpose of this position is to evaluate and
treat individuals in crisis and individuals with severe mental illness.
Other duties include obtaining and implementing physician work orders
and notifying appropriate parties of changes of condition. The work is
performed under the supervision of the Head Nurse and Director of
Nursing. SUPERVISES This position supervises psychiatric technicians.
RESPONSIBILITIES A. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Works With Physicians,
psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers as part of the treatment
team. 2. Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning,
implementing and evaluating both psychiatric and medical illnesses,
including substance abuse. 3. Evaluates patients for response to
treatments and medications. Monitors patient vital signs, observes
patient for changes in behavioral or medical conditions and responds
appropriately, responds promptly and effectively in a therapeutic
manner, obtains and implements physicians orders and completes all
assigned work in a timely manner. 4. Responds to resident/patient
emergencies including psychiatric emergencies, critical illness, fire
alarms, etc. Evaluates situations and takes appropriate action. 5.
Prepares and implements patient/resident care plans and maintains
complete and accurate patient/resident charts for treatments,
medications, etc. 6. Administers oral medications, intramuscular and
intravenous injections, range of motion exercises, catheterizations,
enemas, other treatments and charts according to policies and
procedures. 7. Provides consultation and referral information to other
counties and facilities, psychologists, psychiatrists, law enforcement,
community treatment teams, crisis intervention teams, hospital medical
staff and prospective patients and families for potential admission of
person to Norwood Health Center. Screens prospective admissions. Ensures
admissions comply with procedure and required forms are complete. 8.
Supervises work performance of subordinate nursing staff for proper
technique, quality of care issues and use of equipment, materials and
supplies. Reviews subordinates\' chart recordings for accuracy. Prepares
written evaluations. Conducts staff in-service and new staff
orientations. Occasionally needs to participate in disciplinary process
of subordinate staff. 9. Converses with patients to assure they are
comfortable. Explains recovery progress, therapies, treatments,
medications and changes in medication. Answers resident\'s request for
assistance. 10. Communicates and in eracts professionally, effectively
and tactfully with the residents, visitors, families, peers, referral
sources, community staff, crisis and supervisors. 11. Answers questions
and complaints from family members. Notifies families regarding patient
needs for personal items such as clothing, glasses, etc. 12.
Participates in facility committees regarding nursing care as assigned.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services. Attends and
participates in continuing educational seminars, conferences, workshops,
etc. 13. Orders medications, supplies and materials. B. OTHER JOB
DUTIES 1. Assists residents in eating, toileting, ambulating,
repositioning and other daily living tasks. Arranges transportation as
needed. Tidies patient rooms. 2. Assists in subduing and/or restraining
agitated and/or violent patients, as needed. 3. Distributes meals and
snacks. 4. Keeps work environment clean and organized and answers
telephone. 5. Staffs the unit, maintaining safety and fiscal
responsibility. 6. Acts as administrative charge for entire facility in
the absence of Director of Nursing, Administrator or Client Services
Manager. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Associate
degree in Nursing, one to two years nursing experience preferably
working with chronically mentally ill or developmentally disabled
persons, or any combination of education and experience that provides
equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: careers.woodcountywi.gov
Salary : $2 - $3