Behavioral Health & Psychiatric Registered Nurse (rn) - Adults
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Strawberry Hill, Kansas, United States
Administer psychotropic medications safely
De-escalation skills for behavioral crises
Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
The Behavioral Health and Psychiatric RN ensures that all clinical care is delivered in a manner that meets or exceeds goals and expectations for clinical outcomes, quality assurance standards, and patient satisfaction
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health and Psychiatric RN ensures that all clinical care is delivered in a manner that meets or exceeds goals and expectations for clinical outcomes, quality assurance standards, and patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities include gauging the behavioral health patients' psychiatric state, monitoring adherence to treatments, and conducting education to prepare patients and families for safe discharge.
The role requires maintaining a safe behavioral health environment while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team regarding care and disposition specific to the patient's needs.
Matching Summary
The Behavioral Health and Psychiatric RN ensures that all clinical care is delivered in a manner that meets or exceeds goals and expectations for clinical outcomes, quality assurance standards, and patient satisfaction.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Administer psychotropic medications safely
De-escalation skills for behavioral crises
Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
Patient safety during restraint or seclusion
Therapeutic interaction with patients and families
Nice-to-have
Strong knowledge of psychotropic drug classes
Experience in behavioral health milieu maintenance
Proficiency in computer programs for documentation
Key Requirements
Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) license
Associate Degree Nursing required
6 months or greater of RN experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Certification in behavior management techniques preferred