What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health RN position at Seacrest Behavioral Health?
Role Overview
Provide professional nursing care in a mental health/psychiatric setting, developing and implementing individualized care plans to promote patient recovery.
Key Responsibilities
Provide professional nursing care in a mental health/psychiatric setting, developing and implementing individualized care plans to promote patient recovery.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor patients across pediatric to geriatric ages, observing behavior and mental status.
- Administer medications, treatments, and perform procedures such as blood draws and laboratory tests.
- Educate patients and families on treatment regimens, side effect management, and compliance.
- Coordinate communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families; facilitate group therapy and educational sessions.
- Maintain accurate documentation, follow departmental policies, and ensure a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Participate in quality improvement, research projects, and staff training, including precepting new personnel.
- Respond to emergencies, implement safety protocols, and promote patient safety through proactive measures.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program with RN licensure in the state or reciprocal agreement.
- CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days.
- Experience in psychiatric or mental health nursing preferred; bilingual skills in English and Spanish or other languages advantageous.
- Ability to perform heavy physical work and handle potentially hazardous conditions involving patient safety and biohazards.