What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - PRN position at ViewPoint Center?
ViewPoint Center is an acute, short term psychiatric hospital. ViewPoint Center is a comprehensive, therapeutic assessment facility licensed as a specialty psychiatric hospital with 24-hour nursing. The mission of the assessment is to provide support stabilization, diagnostic clarity, and the formulation of a longitudinal treatment plan for optimal treatment options. The diagnostic profile served at ViewPoint Center includes the full continuum of mental health disorders.
POSITION TITLE: Registered Nurse
On-call (PRN) RN position needed
Shifts are likely to be but not limited to days.
Position averages 1-2 shifts a month or 12-24 hours a month.
Pay: $29-34; wage may be more DOE
The Registered Nurse performs a variety of duties, provides technical assistance in conjunction with the Nursing Supervisor and Physicians. Responsibilities include; administration of medications, medication education, triage of ill residents, and monitoring of medical supplies. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
Current licensure as a Practical Nurse or a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah.
Training and Experience:
Prefer at least 1 year working in the psychiatric field, working with psychotropic medications (side effects).
Must possess a current certificate for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Certification offered on site.
Knowledge Required:
Knowledge of medication side effects with emphasis on psychotropics. Exceptional skills in decision making, time management, and human relations are needed. In addition, the ability to maintain confidential information is required and must have excellent communication skills.
1. Time management skills.
2. Good communication skills essential with Milieu Managers, Physicians and other nursing staff.
3. Good communication skills with resident’s parents, regarding consultations, results of consultations and any illness.
4. Documentation of any communication with the parents/guardian.
5. Accurate administration of medication.
6. Open to feedback from immediate supervisor, Clinical Director, Executive Director and Medical Director.
7. Good attendance or finds coverage for your shift.
8. Able to work independently without supervision.
9. Resident medication education.
10. Triage “sick call:” Most severe cases are seen by the physician.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.
Pay: $29.00 - $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Ability to Commute:
- Syracuse, UT 84075 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Syracuse, UT 84075: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29 - $34