About the job Seeking a Registered Nurse- Behavioral Health RN
We are seeking a Registered Nurse for the Behavioral Health Department in the Columbus, GA area that meets our specifications. Nursing experience in behavioral health is preferred.
We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of facility and the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.
Must-Haves
- Associate's degree in nursing Required
- BLS- American Heart Association
- Valid Ga RN License/ or Multi State/Compact RN license
- 1.5+ years of bedside nursing experience
- Needs to have experience in behavioral/mental health field.
Job Description
Under the direction of the Clinical Coordinator and/or Nursing Unit Director, perform nursing patient care duties for the assigned unit or department. Plan, provide, and evaluate total nursing care in accordance with the established patient care philosophy. Facilitate individualized, goal-directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures. Relate effectively with other shifts for continuity of care, maintain satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; and participate in all phases of education. Position is not a travel assignment- relocation assistance is not a part of this job opportunity.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Associates degree in Nursing X Required
- Bachelors degree in Nursing X Preferred
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Handle with Care Certification or CPI within 90 days of hire preferred
- ACLS-preferred
Licenses:
Valid licensure in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse (RN) or multi state/compact RN license Minimum
Work Experience 1.5 Years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a direct bedside patient care setting. Experience in a behavioral health facility.