What are the responsibilities and job description for the Acute Medicine Clinical Nurse - Full-Time Days position at Provident Behavioral Health?
Role Overview
This position involves providing direct patient care in a 38-bed acute care unit, managing patients with complex clinical conditions such as heart failure, endocrine issues, infections, and more. The nurse collaborates with a multidisciplinary team including case managers, social workers, and specialists to deliver high-quality care.
Responsibilities Include
This position involves providing direct patient care in a 38-bed acute care unit, managing patients with complex clinical conditions such as heart failure, endocrine issues, infections, and more. The nurse collaborates with a multidisciplinary team including case managers, social workers, and specialists to deliver high-quality care.
Responsibilities Include
- Promoting patient- and family-centered care, education on illness management, and post-discharge needs.
- Participating in safety, quality, and regulatory activities, alongside ongoing professional development.
- Developing and documenting individualized care plans with clear goals, ensuring effective communication across care teams.
- Assessing physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs, respecting patient preferences, values, and cultural considerations.
- Minimum education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s degree; preferred Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- Licensure: Valid RN license.
- Experience: Entry-level or up to 2 years preferred.
- Key skills: Critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards.
- Opportunities for career advancement through a structured nursing career ladder that rewards professional growth with pay increases.
- Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and wellness resources.