What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health position at Proforma Health?
Role: Registered Nurse in a Behavioral Health unit
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Provide direct psychiatric nursing care including assessments and medication administration
- Perform crisis intervention and closely monitor patients in acute and sub-acute settings
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals
- Ensure safety through de-escalation techniques
- Educate patients and families about mental health and treatment plans
- Current RN licensure
- Experience or knowledge in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing preferred
- Strong assessment, communication, and crisis management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and professional growth