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Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time
part-time•Chattanooga
About this role
Overview
Come join our team as a Registered Nurse at Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital! If you are passionate and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those in need through compassionate therapeutic practices while working in a team environment that supports learning and growth this position is right for you!
Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a psychiatric hospital that offers mental health care for a wide range of age groups, including adolescents, adults and geriatric patients.
Responsibilities
REGISTERED NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide and coordinate care by assessing patients’ physical and behavioral health needs.
- Develop and implement nursing care plans.
- Maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about various physical and behavioral health conditions.
- Provide nursing care and services within the standards and scope of nursing practice as defined within the state Nurse Practice Act regulations, policies, procedures, and protocols, as well as facility and corporate policies and procedures.
- Ensure physicians’ orders are legible if taken verbally and transcribed appropriately per policy and procedure.
- Ensure patients’ status is assessed on an ongoing basis and pertinent information is gathered and documented.
- Notify physicians of significant changes in status such as difficulties with detox, medical emergency, change in medical status regarding response to medications, and related challenges.
- Ensure that initial nursing treatment plans are completed upon admission and that all nursing treatment plans are specific to assessed needs.
- Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of universal precautions in providing direct patient care.
- Accurately administer medications per ordered note.
- Document accurate count of controlled substance medication administration on required documents.
- Complete admission and discharge processing efficiently and accurately as directed.
- Exhibit therapeutic rapport with patients by maintaining professional boundaries, respecting personal space, giving patients direct attention, and maintaining rational detachment.
- Provide direction or coordinate the activities of the unit as directed.
- Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others involved inpatient treatment.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
- Must possess a current Registered Nurse (RN) license as required by the state of employment or be eligible to practice nursing in accordance with state requirements
- One year of nursing experience; previous psychiatric, mental, behavioral, or substance use nursing experience a plus
- CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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What you'll do
- The Registered Nurse will provide and coordinate care by assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs and developing nursing care plans. They will also maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about health conditions.
About Erlanger Behavioral Health
Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital is a 144-bed treatment center in Chattanooga, TN. Our programming includes a full continuum of personalized services for adults and seniors. At Erlanger, we’re committed to meeting the unique needs of each person who is entrusted into our care.
Regardless of your age or level of care, your time at Erlanger Behavioral Health will involve close collaboration with a team of experienced and compassionate professionals. Each member of your treatment team will bring a specific expertise to your care, and all will bring a dedication to superior service and support.
Treatment at Erlanger is not a passive experience. Throughout your time with us, you’ll be encouraged to play an active role in your treatment, to the greatest degree that you are capable. The members of your treatment team will work closely with you to identify and address the obstacles that have been preventing you from living a healthier and more satisfying life. They’ll provide you with the services that will alleviate or help you to manage your symptoms, and will empower you to make the changes that will support a brighter tomorrow.
The day you start treatment at Erlanger, you join a vibrant healing community that is dedicated to helping you achieve to your greatest potential.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time do at Erlanger Behavioral Health?
As a Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time at Erlanger Behavioral Health, you will: the Registered Nurse will provide and coordinate care by assessing patients' physical and behavioral health needs and developing nursing care plans. They will also maintain medical records and educate patients and their families about health conditions..
Is the Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time position at Erlanger Behavioral Health remote?
The Registered Nurse (RN) - Part Time position at Erlanger Behavioral Health is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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